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CLASH OF THE TITANS Mickky assaulted after spat with Jose Philip at Vasco HERALD REPORTER VASCO, OCT 26

A spat between NCP legislators Revenue Minister Jose Philip D’Souza and former tourism minister Mickky Pacheco took a violent turn when Pacheco was assaulted at a bar and restaurant in Vasco at about 9 pm on Tuesday.

The car (GA-08-F-1854) used by the Benaulim MLA was also damaged in the incident, sparking off tension in the port town.

While Jose Philip and his supporters claimed that Pacheco had come with money to ensure the defeat of his panel in the council polls, Pacheco denied bringing money and claimed Jose Philip was frustrated over the imminent defeat of his candidates in the polls.

According to eyewitnesses, the incident took place when Pacheco had gone to meet some supporters of D’Souza’s rivals at the hotel.

Those present at the meeting, including Goa Fishing Boat Owner Association President S i m o n Pe r e i r a , C h i c a l i m Sarpanch Raul D’Costa and Chicalim Panch Seby Pereira, claimed that the revenue min-

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Revenue Minister Jose Philip D’Souza and supporters outside the Vasco police station. (Right) The car used by Benaulim MLA Mickky Pacheco that was damaged in the incident.

ister allegedly assaulted Pacheco, before his supporters began manhandling Pacheco.

“The minister directly barged into the meeting hall and started manhandling Pacheco,” said Simon Pereira, an eye witness

to the incident.

Pereira said that it was just a casual and open get-together and no candidates were present in the hotel. “Let D’Souza prove that we have taken money,” he challenged D’Souza.

Another eyewitness, Chicalim Sarpanch Raul D’Costa, claimed that Pacheco was at the meeting when Jose Philip suddenly appeared and confronted Pacheco, demanding an explanation for his presence in Vasco.

“In the ensuing argument, Jose Philip caught hold of Pacheco’s shirt and assaulted him. Then, Jose Philip’s supporter also began assaulting Pacheco,” D’Costa told Herald.

“Former Mormugao mayor

Kritesh Gaonkar and some others later damaged Pacheco’s car and smashed the windscreen.”

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Kamal nath blows hot & cold

HERALD CORRESPONDENT NEW DELHI, OCT 26

HERALD REPORTER PANJIM, OCT 26

The Home Ministry is understood to have decided not to arrest Hurriyat leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani, writer-activist Arundhati Roy and others on the charge of sedition for making provoking speeches for Jammu and Kashmir’s “azadi”.

It will also not take any action against the organisers of the seminar as it was held after obtaining due police permission, the ministry sources said. The decision to ignore the event was taken at the highest political level.

On one hand he made a statement which would give some respite to the people affected while on the other he made another statement which would affect the entire State.

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Kamal Nath today made two contrasting statements in a day which was hard for the common man to understand.

The minister first said that the roads cannot be built against the wishes of the people and

Roads cannot be at crossroads with people but they should be for the people and expansion of NH4A and NH17 will be done keeping the interest of the locals in mind.

I would like to see this project go well. But if it’s going to be a lot of delay then we can’t keep the funds blocked. then threatened to withdraw the National Highway widening projects if the State Government delays in acquiring land.

“Roads cannot be at crossroads with people but they

should be for the people,” said Kamal Nath, while trying to remove doubts in the minds of the people that expansion of NH4A and NH17 will be done by-passing interest of the local

Testing time for coastal security HERALD REPORTER PANJIM, OCT 26

Various defence and coastal security agencies will embark on exercise Sagar Kavach, this year to assess the seamless seaward security cover along Goa coast.

Government spokesman said that first such exercise was held this year in May and it would be held again, shortly.

“The objective of this exercise is to provide seamless seaward cover along the Goa coast jointly by all security agencies from coastal belt area line to the limit of territorial water which is extending upto 12 nautical miles”, the Government release mentioned.

The exercise will also assess the effectiveness of coastal fishing community in serving as “Eyes and Ears” for early warning of seaward threat. The time the services of Dristi life guards, present at the beaches of Goa,

Jose Philip caught hold of Pacheco’s shirt and assaulted him.

Then, Jose Philip’s supporter also began assaulting Pacheco.

Various defence and coastal security agencies will embark on exercise Sagar Kavach to provide seamless seaward cover along the Goa coast to the limit of territorial water extending upto 12 nautical miles. will also be utilized for same purpose.

Officials said that coastal security, a major subset of an all encompassing subject of maritime security, has been on the centre stage, post terror attack on Mumbai on November 26, 2008.

India, being a maritime State, has numerous interests in the

maritime zones and safeguarding these interests, has thrown up fresh challenges in the fast deteriorating security environment.

The use of sea route by terrorists for attack at Mumbai has highlighted the vulnerability of our coastline and the lacunae in our existing security mechanism.

The sphere of activities in the maritime environment is vast and thus, a number of agencies which include Indian Navy, Coast Guard, State Marine police, Customs, Fisheries, Port authorities and other Central and State Departments are the stake holders in the maritime domain.

This multi-agency environment requires co-operation, coordination and understanding of each other, strengths as well as limitations, to ensure fool proof security by the optimum exploitation of limited resources.

The coastal security issue had also cropped up in the recently concluded monsoon session of the legislative session where a panel had expressed unhappiness with the security measures taken by the State Government along the 105 km long coastline.

Paul the ‘psychic’ octopus dead AFP BERLIN, OCT 26

Paul the octopus, who shot to fame during this year’s football World Cup in South Africa for his flawless record in predicting game outcomes, has died, his aquarium in Germany said today.

“Management and staff at the Oberhausen Sea Life Centre were devastated to discover that oracle octopus Paul, who achieved global renown during the recent World Cup, had passed away overnight”, the aquarium said in a sombre statement.

“Paul amazed the world by correctly predicting the winners of all Germany’s World Cup clashes, and then of the final”,

said Sea Life manager Stefan Porwoll.

“His success made him almost a bigger story than the World Cup itself... We had all naturally grown very fond of him and he will be sorely missed”, said Porwoll.

people.

The Minister made the statement while speaking at felicitation function of Eduardo Faleiro, Commissioner for NRI Affairs in Taleigao on Tuesday.

Despite the State Government bringing down the number of demolitions to 168 from 569 for NH4A project National Highway Diversion Action Committee (NHDAC) had warned that they would resort to agitation if Government fails to consider their recommendations.

Without referring to the objections raised by NHDAC the Union Minister said roads can’t be built against people’s wishes and the government will find solution to the problem.

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Jose Philip assaulted me: Mickky HERALD REPORTER VASCO, OCT 26

Former tourism minister and Benaulim MLA Mickky Pacheco claimed that Revenue Minister Jose Philip D'Souza had assaulted him in the Vasco hotel, adding that the minister had acted like a "hooligan in a public place."

Pacheco has demanded that D'Souza step down on moral grounds for assaulting his own party MLA in a public place.

Shortly after he was allegedly assaulted by Revenue Minister Jose Philip D'Souza and his supporters, Pacheco left for Chicalim where he and his supporters met at the Chicalim junction.

Speaking to reporters near the Chicalim garden, Pacheco along with Goa Fishing Boat Owner Association President Simon Pereira and Chicalim Sarpanch Raul D'Costa claimed he was assaulted by D'Souza along with his "goons."

"I was having dinner along with my friends. Can't I have food in a public place," asked Pacheco.

"My friends from Vasco and I were having a get-together in Vasco, when suddenly D'Souza

Benaulim MLA Mickky Pacheco being escorted to the Chicalim Cottage Hospital by the police.

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barged in the hotel and started acting like a hooligan. He started assaulting me along with his goons," said Pacheco.

The Benaulim MLA refuted claims that he had gone to Vasco to distribute money to D'Souza's rivals.

"Did D'Souza and his supporters find any money in the hotel?

Let him prove that I was there in Vasco to distribute money.

For the last five months, my bank accounts have been frozen and the entire state knows about this," said Pacheco.

"Not a single candidate in the fray for the council election was present in the hotel along with me. Hence, the question of me supporting any candidate in council election doesn't arise," said Pacheco.

"Does it suit a minister to act like a hooligan in public places?

I urge the people of Vasco to show such a person a lesson that hooliganism is not tolerated and dynasty politics is not acceptable," said Pacheco.

"D'Souza is frustrated that his panel in the council election is

losing its grip, due to which he has become a frustrated man," added Pacheco.

When asked if he would complain about the incident to the high command, he said: "I have informed Party President Sharad Poawar, who asked me not to file a police complaint against D'Souza, as they have assured that they would initiate action i n t h e m a t t e r, " i n f o r m e d Pacheco.

"I demand that D'Souza step down on moral grounds for assaulting his own party MLA in a public place," said Pacheco.

Meanwhile, the brawl between D'Souza and Pacheco spread across the country, with NCP national leader P A Sangma calling on Pacheco to enquire in the matter.

When asked for his plan of action if the party high command failed to take cognizance of the issue, he said that he would not take the insult lying down.

"I know how to tackle D'Souza," said Pacheco.

Pacheco later proceeded to the Vasco police station and a Vasco police team took Pacheco for a medical examination at Chicalim Cottage Hospital.

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Valpoi RO bans banners HERALD CORRESPONDENT VALPOI, OCT 26

Returning Officer and Sattari Mamlatdar Satish Dessai has instructed all candidates in the Valpoi Municipal Council (VMC) elections not to place banners in private or public property.

This instruction was given to all candidates in a meeting at the mamlatdar’s office on Tuesday.

It is learnt that on Monday, some candidates, who had put up banners without permission, were asked to remove it by the returning officer and all the candidates adhered to the instructions of the returning officer.

Meanwhile, some candidates who had already prepared banners and had obtained NOC from the council expressed great resentment over the decision, as according to them, the money spent on preparing the banners have gone waste.

PM apprised on injustice done to Scs, STs, OBcs HERALD REPORTER MARGAO, OCT 26

The Goa ST, SC and OBC Federation has apprised the Prime Minister, Manmohan Singh, UPA Chairperson and other central leaders on the injustice done to the Scheduled Tribes, Scheduled Castes and OBC communities in Goa since the last 50 years.

Federation president and exMLA Antonio D Gauncar said the central leaders were shocked to hear about the ill treatment meted out to these communities in Goa since these communities enjoy all the rights and benefits guaranteed under the Indian constitution.Gauncar said the Federation will expose all the leaders for backstabbing these communities at the right time and at the right platform.

HERALD REPORTER VASCO, OCT 26

Dismissing allegations that he or his supporters had attacked Benaulim MLA Mickky Pacheco, Revenue Minister Jose Philip D'Souza has instead accused Pacheco of distributing money to rival candidates for the Mormugao Municipal Council (MMC) elections.

D'Souza, who was present along with a large number of supporters at Vasco Police station late Tuesday evening, told reporters that Pacheco was present in the town to distribute money to his rival candidates.

"There was no need for Pacheco to come to Vasco to interfere in the council elections.

Pacheco is working along with my rivals to defeat my wife and brother who are contesting in the polls," alleged D'Souza.

"Being an MLA from my own party, he is working against me and this is unacceptable," said D'Souza. He claimed that a "mob" had assaulted Pacheco in the hotel.

"I did not assault Pacheco. In fact, a mob attacked him as he was present in Vasco to distrib-

ute money for the candidates.

He deserves such punishment from the people," claimed D'Souza.

He further stated that he has informed his high command about Pacheco's anti-party activity.

"Pacheco wants to make a back-door entry to regain the ministry and wants to please the party high command by proving that I will not win with my candidates in the polls," D'Souza said.

Margao reporter adds: NCP MLA Mickky Pacheco has termed as false the allegations made by Revenue Minister, Jose Philip D’Sousa that he came with money to distribute to the voters in Vasco.

“If Jose Philip had the information that I came with money for distribution in Vasco, he should have complained to the police and conducted a search”, Pacheco said.

Saying that Jose Philip came with goons to attack him at Hotel Mahraja, Pacheco wondered whether he cannot go to any restaurant and have water.

complaints lodged by both camps HERALD REPORTER VASCO, OCT 26

Police complaints and counter complaints were filed against Revenue Minister Jose Philip D'Souza and former tourism mini s t e r M i c k k y Pa c h e c o i n connection with the brawl at Vasco on Tuesday night.

Three supporters of D'Souza, who were present along with him when they entered in the hotel, lodged a police complaint against Pacheco for allegedly distributing money in the council election.

Anthony Fernandes, Balu Salgaokar and Atela Sayed also accused Pacheco of exchanging a money bag from one car to another.

On the other hand, Simon Pereira, Mariano Fernandes, and Edwin Carvalho, all from Vasco, as well as Diego Pereira, of Betalbatim and owner of the damaged car, filed a counter police complaint against Jose Philip and his supporters.

They accused Jose Philip, former MMC chairperson and Ward 20 candidate Kritesh Gaonkar and Ward 18 candidate Premanand Nanoskar (Babu) of assaulting Pacheco and damaging the car.

Canvassing at its peak in Wards No 5, 6 of CMC

HERALD CORRESPONDENT MARCEL, OCT 26

Curti-Khandepar Sarpanch Suraj Naik has lodged a complaint with Ponda BDO against former sarpanch and present Panch Hussain Mulla for illegally issuing an NOC to a kiosk at Curti for an electricity connection.

The complainant has stated that the kiosk was supposed to be demolished as per the High Court order in June this year.

However, Hussain Mulla allegedly issued a no-objection certificate illegally to the occupant. The complaint further stated that the NOC was issued when Suraj Naik was the sarpanch, while Mulla had resigned in February this year.

According to reports, the petitioner had approached the court against the illegal kiosk, when he noticed that electricity connection was released to the kiosk. He questioned the panchayat on how electricity connection was released when it is to be demolished.

However, when the panchayat verified documents at the Electricity Department in Curti, it was revealed that Mulla had illegally issued the NOC on behalf of the panchayat.

Incidentally, panchayat members, including Mulla, have moved a no-confidence motion against Sarpanch Suraj Naik, which is scheduled on Wednesday.

Mickky was distributing money: Jose Philip

HERALD CORRESPONDENT CANACONA, OCT 26

Children making an effigy of demon king Narkasur at Mala, Panjim.

Photo by Rozario Estibeiro

Wards 7,9,10 of Valpoi to witness tough contests HERALD CORRESPONDENT VALPOI, OCT 26 A tough fight is in the offing in Wards 7, 9 and 10 of Valpoi Municipal Council (VMC) elections on Sunday.

In Ward 7, which is reserved for women, seven candidates are in the fray and all seven candidates are seen working round the clock by organising corner meetings and door-to-door campaigning to win the battle. Most of the candidates are members of Mahila Mandals.

Candidates in the fray are Roshan Dessai, Dorytina Fernandes, Anisa Khan, Famida Bi Khan, Sharifa Bi Khan, Zarina Khan and Prajokta Prasad Teli.

In Ward 9, ex-chairperson Akhatar Shah will have to face nine candidates. The Shah family has a strong base in this ward since the last two decades.

Besides Akhatar, his wife Naznin and his father Hussein

were also elected as councillors from this ward in the past.

Other candidates in the fray are Mohammad Sharif Khan, Nasir Hyder Khan, Ulfat Gafur Khan, Usman Salia Khan, Dharmendra Salunke, Vaisivoddin Sayyad, Bashir Shaikh, Mujaffer Shah and Yusuf Shaikh.

In Ward 10, which is reserved for women, there are six candidates in the fray.

Ashish Kanekar, who was elected from this ward in the last election (2005), has fielded his wife Shweta. Others in the fray are Latifa Khan, Archana Arvind Pokle, Faimida Mohammad Ali Sayyad, Shaizin Wahab Shaikh and Nisha Nilesh Velingkar.

In Ward 1, reser ved for women OBC, it will be a straight fight between Vandana Shivaji Lokare and Durgabai Sojro Veluskar, while in Ward 2, exCouncilor Ramdas Shirodkar will

Eduardo feted on 70th birthday HERALD REPORTER PANJIM, OCT 26

The Commissioner for NRI Affairs Eduardo Faleiro was today felicitated on his 70th birthday at the hands Kamal Nath, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways for his immense contrition to Goa. It was an emotional moment for Faleiro who received standing ovation, presented with Silver Celler and his portrait unveiled in the presence of galaxy of eminent persons.

Speaking on the occasion Union Minister said felicitating Faleiro means recognising the values he brought into public life. Other prominent speakers Chief Minister Digambar Kamat, Speaker Pratapsing Rane, Ramakant Khalap, Chairman of Law Commission who headed the felicitation Committee along with Cezar Menezes, President of Goa Chamber of Commerce spoke about Faleiro’s contribution to Goa. Speakers lauded his contribution right from his fight for Goa’s contribution, the campaign for the recognisition of Konkani as the official language, the repatriation and safe passage of Goans in distress in Kuwait during the Gulf war 1990-94 and return of Goan gold from Portugal.

Faleiro was the Goan to join

the Central Cabinet as Minister of State, and later went to handle various portfolios including External Affairs, Economic Affairs, Fertilisers, Electronics and Ocean Development.

The function was attended by who’s who of Goa with prominent industrialists, senior citizens, friends, politicians, bureaucrats, lawyers and others.

Wants special provision for Goa

The Commissioner for NRI Affairs Eduardo Faleiro who has contributed hugely in his forty-years of his public service said the government of India should agree to the demand of Goa government to make special provision under Article 371 of the Constitution so that outsiders cannot buy land in Goa. He was speaking during his felicitation on his 70 the birthday on Tuesday here.

He said , at the present cost of land , the average Goan cannot own a dwelling and the price of the land is likely to further rise.

“People will only have kapada but not makan, “he said highlighting the need for Special provision to protect interest of the Goans.

face Tukaram Bhikaji Haldankar and Keshav Vitthal Morajkar.

In Ward 3, reserved for ST, Baptise Dias was elected unopposed.

In Ward 4, ex-councilor Prakash Bikaro Gawas will face Chandan Krishna Gawas and Shaba Shrikant Gawas.

Ward 5 will witness a straight fight between ex-councilor Abdul Munir Beig and Idrus Shaikh, while in Ward 6, exchairperson Gulzar Bi Khan and Khan Sharafat will battle it out.

Ward 8 will also witness a straight fight between ex-vice chairperson Umesh Gulelkar and Sanjay Mahadev Sakhalkar.

Though many candidates claim that they have the support of local MLA Vishwajeet Rane, but so far Rane was not seen canvassing or supporting any candidates openly or directly.

Canvassing in Wards 5 (Kindlem) and 6 (Kindlem-Bhag) of Canacona Municipal Council (CMC) is attaining its peak with all candidates trying their best to woo the electorate.

While Kindlem ward is considered a residential locality with not even a shop, let alone a bar or restaurant in its jurisdiction, Kindlebhag is known as a hotel lane of Canacona taluka.

Kindlem has an electorate of 629, the lowest in CMC, where male voters are 324 and females (305).

The contestants consists of one three-time councillor and ex-chairperson Santosh Gaonkar, Canacona Congress Mahila Block President Sneha Desai, Congress activist Ramakant Naik Gaunkar and Dayanand Dhuri.

“My ward is poor and consisting of low-income strata society people, but we have rich and intelligent voters and they know whom to vote,” said Councilor Santosh Gaonkar.

Kindlem-Mangan areas were heavily affected in the last year’s Canacona floods and all the contestants claimed that they have

After being snubbed by local filmmakers, Entertainment Society of Goa’s Short Film Centre (SFC), a part of International Film Festival of India (IFFI), has got support from internationally renowned filmmaker Mike Pandey, who has termed it as a unique platform.

“I would like to convey and lend my support to this unique platform. The short and documentary filmmakers had no platform no space anywhere in India,” Pandey, winner of green Oscars, has said in his letter to ESG. SFC, a section curated during International Film Festival of India (IFFI), was vehemently criticized by local filmmakers, forcing the organisers to cut down the budget on it to almost half.

Pandey, however, has said that documentary and short filmmakers see hope in the form of such initiative. Short film centre is a buyer-seller initiative with more than 300 filmmakers participating in it with their product.

“At a time when your efforts

contestants, says sources.

Kindlebhag Tarir ward has 796 voters, again male voters (403) outnumbering women (393) and is often touted as star-hotel ward due to the presence of a starred resort, besides a series of existing and upcoming bigtime hotels.

It will be a three-cornered contest for Kindlebhag ward between seasoned local politician and former councilor Ratnakar Dhuri and new comers Rajesh Naik and Pradip Pagi.

Sources claimed that Dhuri is fairly placed as he is believed to enjoy extraordinary clout with his community voters, which again makes for the majority of voters in the ward.

But Naik, who has made a name for himself due to his service to the people, is said to have made sufficient in-roads in the vote bank of Dhuri in the locality and is likely to sprung a surprise and win the seat, first time to enter the council.

People expect more canvassing from the third contestant Pradip Pagi, in case he will be any threat to the other two.

Woman held for jewellery theft HERALD REPORTER MARGAO, OCT 26

An alert goldsmith on Tuesday helped the Margao police to nab a woman suspected to have decamped with gold ornaments worth Rs 64,000 from the jewellery shop.

The incident occurred on August 30 after the woman made her presence felt at the Jewellery shop owned by Ashok Verlekar.

It is learnt the woman allegedly successfully removed two gold chains and a bangle from the shop and replaced them with fake ornaments.

This incident later came to light when the owner suspected it to be the handiwork of the woman, who had showed keen interest in the ornaments.

Incidentally, when the woman returned to the shop on Tuesday, the owner identified her as being the same woman who had visited the shop on August 30.The Margao has taken the woman from Betul into custody and further investigations are on.

When questioned whether the police has recovered the gold ornaments, the police said the woman has been arrested following complaint lodged by the goldsmith and that investigations are in progress.

Gambling on the rise in Margao HERALD REPORTER MARGAO, OCT 26

The Margao police seem to have turned a blind eye to gambling activities in the Commercial capital.

Leave alone the roaring matka gambling – which has nearly reached the pavements and footpaths – card gambling has now raised its ugly head at the old fish market behind the Margao municipal building.

A visit to the area revealed that youngsters were openly involved in playing card gambling.

And, sources in the know said

Mike Pandey pledges support for SFC HERALD REPORTER PANJIM, OCT 26

done rehabilitation works for the flood-affected people in the locality.

However, there are widespread allegations that genuine households whose houses got damaged are not yet rehabilitated, while unaffected people were give government doles in the form of flood-affected compensatory cheques.

Even though three-time councilor is optimistic of winning the seat for the fourth time, Santosh Gaonkar has a tough task, as not only one but according to sources, at least two of his previous supporters are now contesting against him.

Sneha Dessai claimed that she have done a lot of works in the area, especially during flood time, which virtually forced her to contest this election.

Equally optimistic Ramakant Naikgaunkar, who is also a Congress block executive member, claimed to have worked closely with all the flood-affected people in the area and believes they will back him.

The fourth contestant, Dayanand Dhuri, is however set to sprung a surprise to all the

Simon Pereira, Mariano Fernandes and Edwin Carvalho complained that D'Souza along with his supporters had assaulted Pacheco, while Diego Pereira filed a police complaint against Kritesh Gaonkar and Premanand Nanoskar.

However, Pacheco refrained from filing a police complaint stating that his party high command had asked him not to lodge complaint against D'Souza.

Vasco Police later took Pacheco and his friends, who were present in the hotel, for medical examination. Pacheco and his supporters later left for Benaulim.

Vasco Police Inspector Braz Menezes told Herald that complaints have been received from both parties and said the police would act as per the complaints of the concerned parties.

Meanwhile, a large police force, including teams from the Verna police station and IRB, was stationed in Vasco to control law and order following the brawl between the two NCP legislators.

in developing and promoting SFC are being talked about by several governments, it is pity that some misplaced views are being expressed in Goa,” said the filmmaker, who headed SFC’s environmental films jury for IFFI 2009.

Pandey said that documentary is a genre which can be a powerful instrument to change of communication and of information.

“There is a major revival across the world and short films and documentaries are being archived, treated as visual documentation part of nation’s history and national treasure,” he said adding that Entertainment Society of Goa’s vision and efforts have given the non-fiction and short films a foundation.

The filmmaker said that at a time when the country is looking up to Goa as a leader as an emerging film destination, Entertainment Society of Goa, would not disappoint these thousands of poor and young filmmakers who today adore and look forward to the SFC as their only support.

Card gambling activity in the open at the old fish market behind the Margao Municipal building.

Photo by Santosh Mirajkar

the police do make their presence felt, not to crack a whip against the activity, but to collect haftas from the organsiers.

Businessmen from the locality

pointed out that though they had complained to the Margao police in the recent past about the gambling activity, the menin-uniform turned a deaf ear to

their pleas to stop the activity.

Sources in the know said though the activity was conducted right under the nose of the police and Civic authorities, nothing has been done to curb the activity.

Incidentally, gambling activity, including, matka has increased manifold in recent times in the Commercial Capital, so much so that matka bets are now accepted right on the city footpaths and pavements.

Former Margao Sub-divisional Magistrate, Suresh Pilarnekar during his brief tenure had directed the Margao police to crack a whip against matka and godgoddo gambling at the Muncicipal market at Old market, but the activity continues unabated, courtesy patronage by the police and their political masters.

Belgaum cops bust interstate robbers gang, drug traffickers HERALD CORRESPONDENT BELGAUM, OCT 26

In a major breakthrough, Belgaum Police nabbed different interstate gangs of robbers and drug traffickers engaged in smuggling of animal hides and drug trafficking and have also attached a car from Goa. The police have arrested 14 persons and have recovered silver idols, deer hides and narcotics, worth Rs 30,18,323, including some other items.

A Goa passing car with ‘PRESS’ written on it has been also seized.

Addressing a press conference here on Tuesday, Superintendent of Police Sandeep Patil said police on Monday nabbed four locals from Rajasthan and Karnataka, who were carrying Afeem from a Goa-registered car.

An Indica car (GA-05/B-3038) was reportedly heading towards Goa was stopped near Indal Factory here on the National Highway. Afeem worth Rs 2.90 lakh

along with the car and other valuables was recovered by the police.

According to reliable sources, an interstate gang of drug mafia is actively engaged in trafficking of Afeem and other drugs.

Police have arrested Poonam Amul Bishnoi and Ramsen Harisen from Rajasthan along with Satishkumar Shankarlal and Husseinsab Mehboobkhan from Gulbarga.

PSI Edwin Pradeep under the guidance of DySP Shanta Raju also nabbed two persons from Belgaum and recovered one 1.4 kg of ganja worth Rs 5,600.

Two motorcycles used for transporting the ganja and mobile phones and jewellery, worth Rs 56,000, were recovered from the culprits.

Police is on a lookout for their accomplices, who are allegedly operating from Goa and some parts of Maharashtra.

In another case, police have nabbed a gang that was engaged in robbing gold and silver idols

and other valuable items in different temples in Belgaum and neighbouring districts.

Special squads were formed under the direction and guidance of SP Sandeep Patil and Additional SP S H Gangareddy.

An interstate gang of eight robbers was arrested while idols and other valuables worth Rs 6.67 lakh were recovered from the gang.

In another major breakthrough, a gang engaged in smuggling of animal hides and horns was arrested. Deer skins and other items worth Rs 15 lakh were recovered.

Giving details, SP Patil said acting on a tip-off, persons carrying these items on two motorcycles were arrested along the highway near Kittur.

Fourteen hides and six pairs of antelope horns were recovered.

Kittur CPI Nagaraj and team arrested three persons from Bellary and Haveri in connection with the case.

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CM, where’s RP? Ask ex-Task Force members HERALD REPORTER PANJIM, OCT 26

Looking at the inordinate delay in finalising the Regional Plan 2021, earlier four members of the Task Force have expressed their disappointment and called the Government’s approach as lackadaisical in the matter causing anguish to those who have contributed to the formulation of the draft RP. In a letter addressed to the Chief Minister Digambar Kamat, the four – Dr Oscar Rebello, Edgar F Ribeiro, Ritu Prasad and Patricia Pinto – said they were frustrated over the delay in notifying and implementation of the RP in spite of promises on the floor of the Assembly.

They mentioned it was painful to see all efforts washed down the river and instead be witness to the relentless plunder of the State’s natural resources under

the watch of the CM. We share in the genuine outpouring anguish of the people, they stated.

The four wrote that the inordinate delay in notifying the RP was not only creating irreversible damage to the plan for which efforts were made, but the same had gone against the main objective and intent of the Task Force under Kamat’s chairmanship.

They reminded the CM that the Task Force had decided to give special status to villages designating them as VP1, VP2, VP3 and so on, but this has been ignored and instead development was taking place based on RP 2001. Also, Building Regulations 2010 allowed FAR (floor area ratio) of 80% in settlement areas pending finalisation of RP 2021, they stated.

The four said looking at all

these people were beginning to think the entire exercise carried out by the Task Force under the CM’s leadership was a mere formality and they were unfortunately dragged into the futile process.

Joining the chorus of Goa Bachao Abhiyan, the four wrote all efforts have to be made to complete and notify the final RP without further delay.

“In the meantime immediate orders should be issued to disallow any developments in ecosensitive areas. Any urgent developments in villages have to be under VP3 status till the plan was finalised,” they demanded.

The four have urged the CM to remain true to his word and deliver his umpteen promises made to the people of the State and finalise the RP as early as possible.

Parking woes still haunt Madgaokars

One held guilty of stabbing PSI HERALD REPORTER MARGAO, OCT 26

The sessions court, South on Tuesday held guilty Santosh Naik, who was charged by the Cuncolim police for causing stab injuries to PSI Prasanna Bhagat of the Cuncolim police station.

The accused, a resident of Balli, has been convicted by the Court under section 307 of the IPC for stabbing the PSI. The incident had occurred on February 28 when the PSI had gone to the residence of the accused at Balli in respect of a criminal case lodged against him by his neighbour. When the PSI made his presence felt at Naik’s residence, he removed a knife and stabbed PSI Bhagat, causing multiple injuries.

The Cuncolim later registered a case against the accused under section 307 of IPC for attempt to murder and section 353 of the IPC for assaulting a government servant on duty. The accused will now be heard on the point of sentence on October 28.

VoV refutes Kawlekar’s statement HERALD REPORTER MARGAO, OCT 26

Haphazard parking in the Commercial Capital for want of space.

HERALD REPORTER MARGAO, OCT 26

If vehicular parking was an election issue in the Commercial Capital in the 2005 Civic polls, parking is not just an issue in the ensuing polls, but continues to be the major problem facing the city.

This is despite the fact that the city is blessed with three open spaces in the heart of the town at the Old bus stand, old fish market and the pick-up stand.

In fact, half-hearted attempts by the Civic body in the last one decade aimed at solving the parking problem has so far failed to bring any relief to the motorists and pedestrians.

For instance, the Margao Municipal Council during the curre n t t e r m h a d i n v i t e d a n Expression of Interest from consultants to put in place a multistorey pay parking lot at the three open spaces. The Civic body took the initiative after Urban Development Minister,

Joaquim Alemao promised funds to the tune of Rs 20-30 crore for the multi-parking facility.

Sadly, through around five consultants had evinced interest in the proposal, the entire process was mysteriously scrapped midway for reasons best known to the civic authorities.

Incidentally, this is the second time in the last decade that the Civic body had made efforts to utilize the open spaces for multistorey parking facility. Former Chairperson Ganashyam Shirodkar had invited pre-qualification tenders to put up a multi-storey parking lot at the old bus stand, but the proposal found no favour when the BJP-supported group assumed office in 2000.

This was followed by another attempt by the State Urban Development Agency to find a solution to the parking woes.

SUDA had even obtained a resolution from the Civic body to set up a parking facility at the

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old bus stand, but in vain.

Significantly, while the government has pumped in funds to the tune of over Rs 200 crore for the proposed district collectorate building and district hospital in the Commercial capital, no allocation has been made by successive governments to address the burning parking problem.

Incidentally, the Goa police had mooted introduction of parking fees on two-wheelers parking along roadsides, but the proposal was shot down by the civic body on more than one occasion on grounds that levying parking fees would not add a single inch of additional parking space in the city.

Sadly, a perusal of Margao municipal records would reveal that there’s no dearth of resolutions taken by the City Fathers over the years to address parking problem, with the resolutions now confined to the dusty record books in the Civic body.

Guirim temple burgled, silver worth Rs 1.25 lakh stolen HERALD CORRESPONDENT PORVORIM, OCT 26

Unknown persons decamped with the silver Utsavmurti of the Santeridevi idol worth about Rs 1.25 lakh from the Sree Bhumika Santeri Devasthan at Guirim.

According to Mapusa Police, some unknown persons broke open the lock of the side gate and after entering the temple, removed aluminum rods of the door of the ‘Garbhakud’ and stole silver Utsavmurti of idol Santeridevi, weighing 10 kilos.

Police further informed that the temple door was closed on Monday at 10 pm. However, when the Purohit entered the temple on Tuesday at 9 am to perform the Pooja, he found aluminum rods of the ‘Garbhakud’ of the temple removed and Utsav Murti stolen.

The Purohit immediately informed the committee members, who later lodged a complaint with Mapusa Police.

Police rushed to the spot and conducted panchanama and pressed the dog squad into serv-

Door rods of the ‘Gharbhakud’ of Sree Bhimka Santeri Devasthan, Guirim, removed by thieves.

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ice, but could not get any clue.

Police have also taken the finger prints.

The silver idol of Santeridevi was installed in 2001 and the cost of the idol at that time was Rs 1.25 lakh, informed the police.

Police Sub-Inspector Milind Buimbar is investigating the case.

Meanwhile, a resident of Guirim, who reside alongside the temple, told Herald that this

is the second time the theft has taken place in the temple.

“Few years ago, burglars had decamped with the fund box.

As the devasthan is unable to depute security guard, Mapusa Police were requested to patrol this area during night,” said the resident.

“Mapusa Police used to visit this area during night, however during the last three months, there was no police patrolling,” added the resident.

Reacting to the statement made

by Chandrakant Kawlekar, Chairman of the GIDC Board of Directors that the GIDC has decided to halt acquisition of 14.5 lakh square metres of land for expansion of the Verna Industrial Estate in response to the request of members of Voice of Villagers who met with him, Voice of Villagers have categorically denied any of its members ever requesting Kawlekar in this regard, Voice of Villagers spokesman Edwin Pinto said the VoV has in its possession figures under the Right to Information for proposed land acquisition at the 305 Board Meeting of GIDC, dated 31st October, 2008, wherein although it was resolved unanimously to acquire 16,83,900 square metres of land for the proposed expansion of the Verna Industrial Estate, in actual fact on December 22nd, 2008 plans for only 2,33,900 square metres was called from the Directorate of Settlements and Land Records. This comprised of Survey Nos.32 (10,000 sq. Metres, VP area Nagoa), Survey 30 (30,000 sq Metres,) Survey 32 (15,900 sq. Metres), Survey Nos.94 & 95 (48,000 sq Metres all of VP area Verna) & Survey No.258 (1,30,000 sq. Metres VP area Loutolim), he said.

“We also draw Kawlekar’s attention to the fact that the letter from VoV addressed to GIDC dated July 13th, 2009 registered its objection to the land acquisition and any other land acquisitions on the Verna plateau and in fact in the rest of the industrial estates in Goa until the Regional Plan 2021 is finalized”, he said.

Win over minorities, Parrikar tells Margao BJP leaders

HERALD REPORTER MARGAO, OCT 26

BJP leader Manohar Parrikar has finally descended in the Commercial Capital with Mission Margao to enthuse the rank and file of the party on the eve of polls for the Margao civic body.

The former chief minister hopped from place to another, interacted with party workers at half-a-dozen places, opened party offices and participated in drawing poll strategies in both Margao and Fatorda falling under the Margao civic jurisdiction.

And, he reassured the party workers that the party leadership has not ignored Margao in the scheme of things and unveiled his mission for the city for the next one year and half.

Incidentally, the Leader of the Opposition told the party workers to win the hearts of the minorities, including the Christians and Muslims by reaching out to

The North Goa Zilla Panchayat today took a potshot at the government for its failure to keep up its assurance given in the High Court on delegating powers to the ZP members.

The members resolved to meet the Chief Minister Digamabar Kamat and the Director of panchayat over the government’s failure to delegate full powers to the ZP members as per the Panchayat Raj Act despite giving an assurance in the High Court.

At a meeting held in the Secertariat Conference hall, chaired by North Goa Zilla panchayat chairman Pandurang Parab, the issue was raised by Saligao ZP member Michael Lobo who suggested that the members meet the chief minister and discuss the issue.

Another member Adv Suresh Palkar also suggested that since the government had given an assurance in the High Court that they would form a committee of ministers and submit the report to the government.

Also they assured that the decision in this regard would be

HERALD REPORTER MARGAO, OCT 26

The police has finally made their presence felt in the slums and basties of the Commercial Capital, with campaigning for the Margao Municipal polls reaching a feverish pitch.

Upon instructions of the Returning Officer, Johnson Fernandes, the Margao police has deployed police atop Moti Dongor, the Azad Nagar, Khareband and other places to instill confidence amongst the inhabitants as all out efforts are on to woo the migrants to vote in favour of particular candidates.

Margao PI Santosh Desai said the police has made their presence felt in the slum areas of the city from Monday so as not to take any chances on the law and order front with election tempo rising in the last few days.

Though the police has not yet identified sensitive and hyper sensitive polling booths in the city, the police has deployed the force well in advance to send a message loud and clear to the miscreants that the law will come down heavily on anyone fomenting trouble.

Interestingly, the police has commenced a drive, seeking good behaviour bonds from anti-social elements to ensure a peaceful poll on October 31. “This is a routine exercise undertaken by the police during elections. We have identified a number of anti-social elements in the city. Good behaviour bonds will be taken from the anti-social elements”, PI Desai said.

The police decision to deploy police in the slums and basties comes against the backdrop of

taken after the budget session of the assembly, he pointed out.

Palkar also suggested a petition could also be filed in the High Court for the government’s failure to keep up the assurance.

It was however decided that all the members would meet the director of panchayat on Friday, October 29 and question him on the issue and thereafter decide on the future course of action.

At the meeting the members also demanded that a free laptop scheme be implemented to the ZP members to keep them abreast with the administration and other facilities.

Lobo also demanded that a free loan scheme like the ones given to legislators should also be extended to the ZP members.

Besides, he also suggested that a pension scheme be implemented for ZP members.

Pointing out to the PWD minister Churchill Alemao’s statement that projects submitted by the ZP members will be taken up by his department, Lobo said that the ZP members should forward their projects to the minister as all the projects of the ZP members cannot be taken up by the ZP due to paucity of funds.

Saleli murder: witness to identify two accused HERALD REPORTER PANJIM, OCT 26

An eye-witness in the sensational Saleli murder case in 2005, Vithal Chimne has told the Sessions Judge that he would identify two of the six alleged accused who assaulted Prithiviraj Rane that resulted in his death.

“I would be in a position to identify two of the persons who

assaulted Prithviraj namely Rajendra Gaonkar and Kashinath Gaonkar. Rajendra had assaulted the deceased with the iron angle on his head while Kashinath had also assaulted him with stone,” he deposed as the 17th witness in the case.

The incident, one may recall, occurred on December 28, 2005 during an inauguration of a crusher site belonging to Prithvi-

raj. The charge sheet filed against six persons mentioned that a group of villagers’ gheraod and attacked the deceased victim as the latter delayed in giving tenancy rights.

The witness recalled that moment Prithviraj reached the site on the fateful morning, some 30 to 40 people armed with ‘dandas’ (sticks) and stones attacked him. The victim rushed

inside to save himself but he was pulled out by the mob and attacked again.

“One of the villagers assaulted him (Prithviraj) with an iron angle on the head. He fell down and the people again started assaulting him,” he recalled. An agriculturist by profession Vithal was appointed as a supervisor at the crusher site in November 2008 on a monthly salary of Rs

them with good work. His argument was that if the minorities have supported the party in Gujarat in the recent polls, the party can garner minority support with good work.

In a bid to enthuse the workers, Parrikar contended that the party leaders should ensure that the party rules over the Civic body, asserting that the party

Police deployed in migrant dominated areas of Margao

North ZP flays govt over powers devolution HERALD REPORTER PANJIM, OCT 26

Opposition leader Manohar Parrikar inaugurating the election office of candidate Sushma Velip in the presence of MLA Damu Naik.

3000.

Following the fatal incident, Vithal had returned back to his native town Kolhapur ‘fearing for his life’.

He told the Court that he was brought back to Goa by one S h a n ka r w h o e a r l i e r h a d arranged a job for him at the crusher site. The Court has scheduled further hearing of the case on November 15.

the emerging situation atop Moti Dongor. Rival groups have blamed the police for arresting a local resident at the behest of the powers that be.

When contacted, PI Desai said that the police arrested one person not in connection with the polls, but for an incident that occurred at a sporting event.

“The police have arrested the person under section 151 of the Cr P C following the incident. It has got nothing to do with the Municipal polls”, he said.

However, groups opposed to the Chief Minister Digambar Kamat has blamed the police for arrested the person on flimsy grounds, adding that the powers have started acting at the behest of the powers that be.

would return back to powers within a year’s time.

The former Chief Minister first made his presence felt in Fatorda and inaugurated the election office of party-backed candidate in Ward No 4, Sushma Velip in the presence of party MLA Damu Naik.

He later entered into Margao and held series of interactions at Comba and at Lingayat hall, where party leaders Sharmad Raiturcar and Bhai Naik, besides others participated.

The message from Parrikar to the party workers was simple: Work hard to win the Civic polls to provide a clean, stable and corruption free council to the citizens of Margao.

He referred to the number of Chairpersons elected to the Civic body in the last five years and spoke of providing s ta bil ity for the development of the City.

The BJP has fielded 16 candidates and has extended support four candidates in the Margao Civic body. Amongst the prominent contestants in the fray is BJP leader Rupesh Mahatme and Fatorda BJP mandal president Durgadas Prabhu.

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S H O RT TA K E S Morajkar appointed on KRUCC PANJIM (HND): Gangaram Morajkar, a prominent entrepreneur and member of Managing Committee of the Goa Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) has been appointed as a member on the Konkan Railway Users Consultative Committee (KRUCC) by the Ministry of Railways, GoI. This committee was recently reconstituted by the Railway Ministry under the Chairmanship of Bhanu Tayal and Managing Director of Konkan Railway. Gangaram Morajkar was appointed on the committee as a representative of GCCI for the tenure of two years.

He has been on the committee for the last nine years.

Morajkar has appeal to citizen travellers and the members of GCCI to submit their suggestions, grievances, complaints etc, with regard to the Konkan Railway to the office of GCCI, Panjim, or email gcci@sancharnet.in so that he can place the same before the KRUCC meeting.

Benaulim MLA, Mickky Pacheco inaugurates a new showroom of Shopper's Paradise exclusive women's garment store, next to Confidant, Margao. Also present are Parish Priest of Grace Church, Margao, Fr Cleto Pereira, Mathew Diniz (Kentuckee Rest, Colva) and Adv Anacleto Viegas.

‘Drainage between Calangute to Baga lacks planning’ HERALD CORRESPONDENT CALANGUTE, OCT 26

Former Calangute sarpanch Joseph Sequeira has criticized the PWD for the unplanned drainage from Calangute Association to Baga beach, causing hardship to stakeholders in the tourism business.

Speaking to reporters after the Calangute ordinary gram sabha on Sunday, Sequeira said residents have been complaining of unplanned drainage and at the same time, inordinate delay in its completion at CalanguteBaga.

“The work on drainage was started somewhere in August 2010 without any knowledge of Calangute Panchayat, in whose jurisdiction the drainage is being constructed. Though the drainage was unplanned and lacked developmental directions, we did not interfere in its construction,” said Sequeira.

“However, the tourism business is likely to flourish any moment, as it is now October end and even today the drainage is not in place. We had written a letter to the PWD asking for certain clarifications, but we are yet to hear from them,” stated Sequeira.

“The drainage is unplanned as the road from Calangute-Baga has been narrowed to 2.5 mtrs at few places, which will definitely pose vehicular traffic problems in the days to come,” he added.

“The Calangute Panchayat had in fact maintained a road setback and had plans to widen the road with proper acquisition plans,

‘Scouting aids young people to face future with confidence’ HERALD NEWS DESK PANJIM, OCT 26

Scout and Guide leaders play the role of mentors, thereby giving the young people the chall en g e, a n d t h e c h a n c e to practice independent decisionmaking, said Secretary of Ponda District Scout and Guides Association Prakash Naik. He further said that Scouts and Guides movement offers an original framework in which young people in search of ideals, and improving life skills that will enable them to face the future, can seek fulfillment.

Naik was speaking at the installation ceremony of newly inducted boy Scouts and girl Guides of St Mary’s High School, at Ponda, recently. The Scouting and Guides has been re-introduced in the school from this year.

He further informed that scout movement is present in 215 countries and territories with more than 28 million members worldwide. He emphasized that in context that 50 % of the world's population comprising of young people, they constitute

The incomplete drainage at Baga.

but the unplanned drainage system left us no scope of further development,” he said.

“The PWD is carrying out unplanned developments and the results were for all to see during the monsoon with Candolim roads flooded with slightest rain and we do not want a development like that in Calangute,” claimed Sequeira.

He further said the Gram Sabha members have rightly demanded the cancellation of the drainage system immediately, as it will cause obstruction to vehicular traffic along the busy commercial road and accordingly a resolution for its cancellation was adopted.

When contacted, few residents, who are using the Calangute-Baga, expressed similar views.

“We have been facing a lot of hardship to travel along the Calangute-Baga road due to the

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construction activity of the drainage,” said Angelo Fernandes, a local.

“There is digging everywhere and at few places, there are open drains. The night looks more dangerous with darkness all over the road and a leg in a wrong place may lend you in the hospital with fractures,” added Fernandes.

Adds another local, Sadanand Narvekar, said: “With tourism season hardly days away, the drainage system which lacks proper directions will create more problems for us residents of the area.”

“At times during the season, we had to waste minimum 2530 minutes to reach the Calangute road junction from Baga, but with the drainage narrowing the road further, a traffic hazard is in offing for the residents of the busy commercial area,” said Narvekar.

Onella exhibit begins today HERALD NEWS DESK PANJIM, OCT 26

R.R Jewellers will hold their annual exhibition -- Onella, the diamond collection from Wednesday. The exhibition will be held from Oct 27 to 29 at Nanutel Margao from 11 am to 8 pm with no lunch break, while it will be held in Panjim from Oct 30 to Nov 1 at Hotel Mandovi.

Proprietor of R R Raikar Jewellers, Margao, Mr Sandeep Raikar stated that Onella is their own brand showcasing diamond jewellery. He said the exhibition which is an annual feature for the last three years, has been a huge success and has seen a drastic increase in response from the public.

He further stated that several new diamond jewllery sets of VVS-1 quality would be on display keeping the discerning taste and lifestyles of Goans. Many of the sets displayed at the exhibition will be very rare, he said.

Also on display will be an array of BIS hallmark jewellery.

R R Raikar Jewellers situated near Gandhi Market Margao was established in 1951. Mr Raikar said that they have grown substantially over the years purely due to the trust reposed by the people in their products and also the artistry involved.

Mr Raikar disclosed that an interesting feature of this exhibition was their new scheme.

Customers making purchases of over Rs 1 lakh rupees are eligible for an attractive gift, while people making purchases of over ten thousand are eligible for coupons making them eligible for five mahindra scooters at stake.

Car overturns in Saligao, inmates escape unhurt HERALD CORRESPONDENT CALANGUTE, OCT 26

Five occupants of a car had a lucky escape when their car overturned at Saligao in the wee hours of Monday.

According to Calangute Police, the accident occurred at about 12.55 am on Monday when the occupants were proceeding in their car (GA-01-R3207) from Calangute to Panjim.

All the occupants escaped injuries, but the car was badly damaged.

Calangute Police further informed that the car rammed into the compound wall of Frank y D’Souza and overturned.

The owner of the compound

TAG observes Rosario’s birth anniversary

Dr Nandita to speak on MRI PANJIM (HND): Dr Nandita de Souza will address the GMC Staff Society on October 28 on topic MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) in cervical cancer at 3 pm. She completed her MBBS and MD from University of Newcastle UK, and FRCP (Royal College of Physicians) and FRCR (Fellow of Royal College of Radiologists) London.

She has a large number of publications and presentations to her credit and has been recently appointed as Professor in MRI at University of London.

Course on ‘Suicide Helpline’ PANJIM (HND): Nirmala Institute of Education (NIE), Altinho will organise a 10-day course on ‘Suicide Helpline’ starting from November 9, from 9.30 am to 5 pm. The course fee is Rs 3000 inclusive of lunch and training material. Those interested may contact NIE office on 2225631 on working days.

November 7 is the last day for registration.

Dog show in Panjim PANJIM (HND): Different breeds of dogs will compete at the forthcoming 21st and 22nd All Breed Championship Dog Show on October 31 at the Fire and Emergency Services Grounds, St Inez, Panjim. Kennel Association of Goa annually organises two championship dog shows which attracts participants from all over India. For details, call Steve on 9890993687, Girish on 9822581861 or Martin on 9823033565.

‘Goa Masala’ at XCHR PANJIM(HNB): The Xavier Centre for Historical Research (XCHR) will conduct a History Hour at its Centre at Porvorim on October 28 at 5.30 pm.

‘Goa Masala’, a book of stories and memoirs written by Goans now living in Canada, and containing 41 pieces by 33 writers, will feature in the History Hour presentation.

Dan Driscoll, a Canadian but domiciled in Goa for the last 25 years as the spouse of a Goan he married in Ottawa in 1972, will comment on his experiences.

Eric De Souza’s story ‘Nine Going On Ten’ will be the subject of one of the readings.

Large-image projections of the book cover -- based on an oil-on-canvas painting by Rudi Rodrigues depicting a scene in the Mapusa Market -- will also illuminate the lectern and dais area.

Rodrigues’ other work include The Girl at Baga Beach, and Pomburpa Baths.

Driscoll, a veteran English Literature teacher and theatre performer, will venture his own choice of favourites for reading -- Joan DoRosario’s ‘The Arranged Marriage’, Al Lobo’s ‘Juringa cat-astrophe’, George Pereira’s ‘Why I Miss Zanzibar’ and Alex Rodrigues’ ‘The Hatbox’. This event is open to the public.

ISCAR symposium begins at Calangute today HERALD CORRESPONDENT CALANGUTE, OCT 26

The car overturned at Saligao.

wall has estimated the damage at Rs 10,000. Calangute Police

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HC Dattavir Sawant is investigating the case.

Secretary of Ponda District Scout and Guides Association Prakash Naik, speaks at the installation ceremony of newly inducted boy scouts and girl guides of St Mary’s HS, Ponda, recently. Principal, Sr Annie Paul, District Training Commissioner of Bharat Scouts and Guides, Ponda, Shashikant Phadke , PRO Bharat Scouts and Guides Goa State HQ John Aguiar are also present.

a strong social force that deserves to be heard and seen in today’s development agenda.

He also emphasized that in

upcOming EvEnTS

A national symposium on ‘Recent Outlook on Sustainable Agriculture, Livelihood Security and Ecology of Coastal Region’ will be organised at Palmarinha Resort, Calangute, from October 27 to 30.

world that faces numerous challenges, involvement of young people in tackling these challenges is essential.

Principal of the School, Sr Annie Paul, Superior Sr Shaila Chako, District Training Commissioner of Bharat Scouts and Guides, Ponda, Shashikant Phadke , PRO Bharat Scouts and Guides Goa State HQ John Aguiar were also present.

Russian national saved from drowning HERALD CORRESPONDENT CALANGUTE, OCT 26

A 27-year-old Russian national was saved from drowning by Drishti Surf Life Team at Candolim on Monday.

According to reports, Anton Bernladnikob began to struggle in the sea and Drishti Surf lifeguard Sunil Matondkar rushed to his rescue.

TAG President Tomazinho Cardozo presenting a portrait of late Rosario Rodrigues to his uncle.

HERALD NEWS DESK PANJIM, OCT 26

Tiatr Academy of Goa (TAG) celebrated the birth anniversary of late Rosario Rodrigues, the most popular Khell-Tiatrist of his time, recently with a special programme at the JAF Memorial Auditorium, Ravindra Bhavan, Margao.

The chief guest for the function, Patrick Dourado, a well known personality of Khell-Tiatr highlighted the achievements of late Rosario in bringing various innovations to the traditional Khell-Tiatr. He appreciated TAG for organising such the function.

President of TAG, Tomazinho Cardozo, in his welcome address described late Rosario Rod r i g u e s a s a s i n c e re a n d

dedicated artiste who went all out for making Khell-Tiatr a popular form of entertainment by taking it to every nook and corner of the state. He further stated that TAG will celebrate the birth anniversary of three other great personalities of tiatr stage – Lucasinho Ribeiro, the pioneer of tiatr, Joao Agostinho Fernandes the father of tiatr and Regina Fernandes the first woman artiste on the tiatr stage.

A photograph of late Rosario Rodrigues was presented to his family members on the occasion.

Vice-President of TAG, Roseferns, the proposed the vote of thanks and the function was compered by Programme Officer of TAG, Joy Fernandes.

Dy General Manager(Advtg & Mktg) of Herald Publications Savio Monteiro felicitating the King of Centuries Roseferns on the occasion of celebrating 30 years of Konkani Stage. Also present is Succorine Fernandes.

Photo by Rozario Estibiero.

Motorcyclist snatches woman’s mangalsutra at Canacona HERALD CORRESPONDENT CANACONA, OCT 26

A vegetable vendor was robbed off her mangalsutra at DumaneCanacona recently.

In her complaint, one Rameeta Gaonkar told Canacona Police that a person on a motorcycle snatched her mangalsutra with a pendant (approximately 24 grams) at Dumane.

Interestingly, a number of hilly veggie growers establish themselves at Dumane at AgondaGulem junction roadside like on the NH-17 roadside from Balli to Canacona section.

Sources told Herald that at about afternoon, only two women were sitting after having their meals, awaiting customers to buy their seasonal fruits like muskmelons,

The place at Dumane on Agonda-Gulem Junction road, where women display their seasonal products for sale.

Photo by Kathy Pereira

Ritz-guard, Brinjal, Ladyfinger, etc.

It was then that a lone and unknown motorcyclist stopped and while still on the motorcycle began to enquire about the rates of muskmelons and asked to bring it near to him.

With muskmelons in both her hands when one of the women reached near, the motorcyclist reportedly snatched the mangalsutra from her neck and raced by the bypass road towards Karmalghat side.

Canacona Police have registered a case against unknown person under Sections 356, 379 of IPC and is investigating the case.

After Sunday's incident, no women dares to occupy the place any more to sell the hilly grown season products and the place is presently deserted.

POWER SHUTDOWN OCTOBER 27

PERNEM: From 9 am to 2 pm.

Areas of VP Dhargal are affected.

NEURA: From 9 am to 5 pm.

Areas affected are Neura Church and surrounding area.

OCTOBER 28

PARRA: From 9 am to 2 pm.

Areas affected are Jackniwaddo, Brittowado, Lingabhat, Saliswado, Bokache Aradi, Fondawaddo, Abbaswaddo Canca, Sonarwado Verla, Fretaswaddo Verla, Parpoli Guirim, Sonvem, Kumayamarod Guirim and surrounding areas.

NEURA: From 9 am to 5 pm.

Areas affected are Neura Panchayat, Dayanand Arya HS, Alvares Saw Mill, Gudiwada and surrounding areas.

The symposium, which will also feature delegates from Philippines, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, has been organised by the Indian Society of Coastal Agricultural Research (ISCAR),West Bengal, in collaboration with Dr Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth, Dapoli, and Central Soil Salinity Research Institute (CSSR), Karnal.

Chief Minister Digambar Kamat will inaugurate the Symposium in the presence of Speaker Pratapsing Rane and Vice Chancellor of Dr B S Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth, Dapoli, Dr Vijay Mehta.

About 150 National and International scientists, academicians, students and stakeholder will participate in the Symposium, including Dr A K Bandopadhyay, President-ISCAR, Dr Ghen and Dr R K Singh from International Rice Research Institute, Philippines and delegates from Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.

The Symposium has been organized in keeping with India’s long coastal line of 8,129 kms spread over nine states and three union territories, where agriculture, animal husbandry, horticulture and sea fishing are primary means of livelihood of the mass population.

Rice, mango, cashew, coconut, areca nut, spices and vegetables are the other predominant crops grown in the coastal region, besides crops like cashew, spices, which adds to earning valuable foreign exchange for the country.

Despite diverse natural resources, the productivity of various crops is low in comparison with the national averages due to constrain of soil, water, frequent climate changes and low investing capacity of the coastal population.

Moreover, the ecology of coastal region is highly fragile with occurrences of floods, cyclones, storms, tsunami, etc, causing colossal losses to lives and infrastructure of the coastal region.

The Sahyadri and Vindhyadri mountain ranges also lie in coastal states, which are rich sources of biodiversity.

Similarly, the large share of coastal population is also dependant on forests of these mountains for their livelihood. Hence, conservation of this biodiversity, increasing the productivity of agricultural crop by developing sustainable farming system module is the major tasks before the scientists working in coastal regions.

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opinionated Goans must stand like a rock behind GBA

Govt should share revenue with Mapusa council: MLA

By Samir Kelekar

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he year was probably sometimes in the sixties. They were just 11 of them. Manoharbab Sardessai has even written a poem eulogizing them "Ami Ikra Jann". They had this passion for the Konkani language at a time when people were ashamed to call Konkani their language.

Konkani was then called a dialect of Marathi, and the eleven people had gathered at a Marathi convention in Margao, if I recall right. They had all been seated at different strategic places among the audience in the full auditorium. They waited their turn quietly.

During one of the speeches, when one of the main speakers in his speech called Konkani a dialect of Marathi, the eleven stood up in different points in the auditorium, and protested.

They were whisked away by the police and locked up.

That was history. Konkani today is the official language of Goa. That it is so only in name is another matter. Many of those who were part of the eleven have moved on, or grown older. Probably some are no more with us. It is another time, and another enemy.

At the GBA meeting of a week back, the lament was that there were only 500 people. 500 are much more than 11, and leading the GBA is a person of impeccable character –Sabina Martins.

Today, the stakes are much higher; the money flowing to buy Goa is much bigger and worst of all, the enemy is within us. In fact, for many Goans, the choice is difficult. For some, the times are economically so bad that selling a piece of their beloved land is their only choice.

Ravindrabab Kelekar, one of the stalwarts of the Konkani movement, passed away recently. I remember he was there the last time the GBA roared. He was the only one who had said in his direct language – to solve this problem, the government must go. For a visionary like him, the truth was obvious and direct. For the person whose thoughts are clear, and for whom guts come naturally, there is nothing wishywashy about speaking the truth.

Four years from the time he spoke the truth, GBA in a smaller form now, and after many battles in its own ranks, has come to the same conclusion. That the government that sells Goa to the highest bidder must go.

I have known Sabina since my college days. Here is a woman whose commitment to the people of Goa is complete. The 40 so-called representatives of ours sitting in the Assembly don’t come close. Sabina, if she wanted to, could have chosen a lucrative career and made mega-bucks. She chose to take the tough path. For decades, she has fought for women's rights and for the underprivileged.

It is our honour that we have a person in Sabina – someone whose integrity is not just unquestionable, but someone who will not budge under the toughest of circumstances or for baits – leading us.

For the greedy in the government, the reality is different.

Each one in the government has made enough money not just for themselves but for their future generations. Even though they already have enough, still they are not satisfied.

And in this globalized world, parties from Delhi to London are ready to put millions to buy a piece of Golden Goa. The temptations to sell are higher too.

In such a circumstance, probably it requires rare guts to stand up and be different. But the GBA has shown it. Now it is time for Goans to stand like a rock behind GBA. Yes, there are problems to be solved; Goans are not getting jobs.

Solutions are not easy; and it takes much more than being sossegado to do well in today's world. But, where there is will there is a way. It is time to shed the dust off one's body and get up and start building a better Goa. In Manoharbab Sardessai's words again "maagli bhik puro zali, katti anta phodcheli". Enough of this begging, let us break that begging bowl.

GBA has given an ultimatum to the government. The government needs to be reminded that they better give in to GBA's demands. Elections are not far, and our votes are going to count again.

This time GBA can't afford to be apolitical. We will ensure that that won't happen. It is time to get a government that solves the peoples' problems, and not just sell Goa to the highest bidder. And whatever we can do in this regard to achieve this end, we shall do.

Let it also be said that the government must not play games or delaying tactics. The deadline of this Thursday is a hard deadline. No more memorandums to government after Thursday. Let us remind the government that if they don’t move before Thursday and satisfy GBA's demands, the door will be shut on them and it will be too late.

Kishore elected PMC chief

Newly elected Ponda Municipal Council Chairperson Kishore Naik along with the councillors and his supporters.

Photo by Amresh Parab HERALD CORRESPONDENT MARCEL, OCT 26

Kishore Naik was on Tuesday elected unopposed as chairperson of the 13-member Ponda Municipal Council (PMC).

Incidentally, Kishore Naik is the fifth chairperson during the current term. Earlier, Sanjay Naik, Shailendra Shinkre, Venkatesh Naik and Pradip Naik have served as the chairperson.

Eleven of the 13 councillors were present during the meeting.

“Our municipal council faces acute staff shortage and I will

try to expedite the recruitment process. Garbage is one of the major problems and with the help from my fellow councillors, I will try to solve the problem,” said Naik.

It may be recalled that the chairperson’s post had fallen vacant after Pradip Naik lost the no-confidence motion, which was passed by 7-0 votes.

Incidentally, PMC is one of the two municipal councils, the other being the Sanquelim Municipal Council (SMC) that will not go to the polls with other municipal councils in the State on October 31.

Mapusa MLA Francis D’Souza addresses the media at Mapusa.

HERALD CORRESPONDENT PORVORIM, OCT 26

Mapusa MLA Francis D’Souza has claimed it is impossible for councilors to take up developmental projects in Mapusa unless the government provides more grants to Mapusa Municipal Council (MMC).

Addressing a press conference, D’Souza said MMC gets grant from the government to the tune of Rs 64 lakh annually, which is not sufficient.

“The revenue of MMC is Rs 4 crore and after deducting the expenses, hardly any amount is left with the MMC for taking up developmental projects. The government collects a lot of revenue by way of VAT, excise and octroi, besides infrastructure tax,” informed D’Souza. “ The State government should share this revenue with the municipal council,” voiced D’Souza.

He further stated that the State government collects Octroi to the tune of Rs 4 crore from petrol pumps in Mapusa. “MMC is entitled for the reimbursement of this entire amount, but the reimbursement is not being done by the State government on time,” he said.

“This amount is being reimbursed to MMC in installments.

Further, the North Goa Planning and Development Authority collected an amount of Rs 14 crore by way of infrastructure tax, but nothing has come to MMC,” said D’Souza.

He further informed that they have supported 14 candidates, who have got the potential to win the election. They have not the supported Roopa Bhakta, who is contesting from Ward 6 for the simple reason that she is chairperson of the ruling group.

“It will not be correct morally to support her. All the candidates supported by Mapusa BJP Mandal are getting good response from the people,” said D’Souza.

D’Souza said the Goa Urban State Development Agency has released tenders of Rs 7 crore for the Fish Market and Rs 1.15 crore for the vegetable market.

Both the projects will be undertaken once the municipal elections are over.

Regarding mini Kala Bhavan, D’Souza said the councilors had taken a resolution four years ago that the ideal site for mini Kala Bhavan would be opposite Bodgeshwar Temple.

“Till date, this resolution has not been challenged by anybody and hence it still holds good.

The five MLAs of Bardez and MMC councilors have got the right to decide about the location of Kala Bhavan and no one else,” he stated.

“As per the Outline Development Plan 2011, a 20-mtr wide road has been proposed through the site selected by the Directorate of Art and Culture for the construction of mini Kala Bhavan and hence the project cannot be constructed on

‘MNE came into existence to check MMC activities’ HERALD CORRESPONDENT PORVORIM, OCT 26

Mapusa Nagrikancho Ekvott (MNE) Convenor Antonio Lobo stated that the MNE was formed by the citizens of Mapusa and neighbouring areas of Bardez, who were concerned about inefficient functioning of Mapusa Municipal Council (MMC).

Addressing the media at Mapusa, Lobo said the MNE came into existence three years ago and since then it has been interacting with MMC in highlighting the problems and suggesting solutions.

“However, these interactions have been stonewalled by the municipal council’s lack of suitable response and commitment,” claimed Lobo.

He further said Mapusa is growing at a hectic pace. The new Outline Development Plan (ODP) formulated by the government is focusing on massive concretization of Mapusa in which the much-needed open and green public spaces for parks, exhibition grounds, jogging tracks, auditoriums and playgrounds have been left out.

“When the MNE met Chief Minister Digambar Kamat and other elected representatives connected with Town and Country Planning Department and Planning and Development Authority, the ODP committee inserted in the final ODP a mere 10 mtr wide joggers track, bordering the Mapusa river to seek to placate,” said Lobo.

Lobo said the Kadamba bus stand, which was constructed about 20 years ago is a ‘shame’ and needs to be relocated to another area to ease traffic congestion caused by its usage, as also the inter-state transport hub, where buses and trucks stop over in their movement from places like Bangalore, Pune, Kerala, etc.

“The growing number of vehicles like cars, buses, auto rickshaws, motorcycles and scooters too has added to the congestion.

Further, roads, which are in need of repairs, and lack of proper

traffic management hamper the smooth flow of traffic,” he said.

Lobo stated that MNE condemn the reservation policy of the government formulated for municipal council election.

“There was no need for the government to reserve the ward for ST, as there are hardly any ST people in Mapusa. Instead, the ward should have been reserved for SC,” said Lobo.

Lobo said they could field only five candidates for the municipal election, as they could not get good candidates in other wards.

“We could have fielded two more candidates, but could not do so because of reservation of wards for certain communities. If elected to power, we will support the group, who will give priority to our programmes,” said Lobo.

Case of criminal trespass registered at Calangute HERALD CORRESPONDENT CALANGUTE, OCT 26

Calangute Police on Tuesday registered an offence of criminal t re s p a s s i n a p ro p e r t y a t Calangute.

I n h i s c o m p l a i n t , Ra y u Simepuruskar of Khobra Vaddo, Calangute, told Calangute Police that his hut, made up of concrete structure, was partly demolished by some persons on Monday evening.

Simepuruskar further stated that he has been residing in the hut for over 30 years and the accused began demolishing the hut without his consent.

Later, Simepuruskar filed a police complaint for criminal trespass into his property and stealing away goods worth Rs 90,000 from his dwelling.

Calangute Police have registered an offence against the accused under Sections 427, 454, 380 read with 34 IPC. No arrests were made till late Tuesday evening and PSI Mahesh Kerkar is investigating the case.

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this land,” added D’Souza.

“With regard to the land acquired by the government for the new bus stand, the government has acquired the land of about 20,600 sq mtrs at the rate of Rs 8 per sq mtr,” informed D’Souza.

“Out of this, Rs 4 per sq mtr has been paid to the communidade and the balance of Rs 4 per sq mtr to the tenants,” he added.

“While acquiring the land for Mapusa sub yard, the government had paid Rs 80 per sq mtr.

Hence, great injustice has been done by the government with the tenants and thus I took up the matter with the government on behalf of them,” said D’Souza.

Goan youth dies after prolonged illness in Dubai HERALD CORRESPONDENT CANACONA, OCT 26

Jackson Coutinho (28) of Ordhofond-Canacona, who was battling for life in a hospital at Dubai, passed away early Tuesday morning.

It may be recalled that Jackson reached Dubai after a sustained hunt for a decent job and joined a catering company as a technician with a hope of becoming a sole breadwinner to his family.

But as the fate would have it on the third day of his arrival, he suffered from high fever and was admitted in hospital. Since then, he was lying seriously ill in the ICU of Al-Rashid Hospital, Dubai, reportedly with multiple organ failure.

According to unconfirmed sources, Coutinho was reportedly declared dead early Tuesday morning. Sources told Herald that Jackson’s father Brigid, who went to Dubai to take care of his only son on October 19 and assist his son to shift him to a well-equipped hospital in India, will reportedly return to Goa on Wednesday. The body is likely to be flown by Friday.

Since the time Jackson was lying in hospital’s ICU, few close friends and local church body reportedly assisted his recovery in whatever way possible. Some individuals and organizations appealed through e-mails and social networking sites for prayers and financial assistance.

According to family sources, some individuals from other parts of Goa also contacted the

family back in Goa and assured help and assistance, while local youths and others did a few funding raising activities and even appealed through some churches for financial help.

Offers were reportedly given by some individuals from other parts of Goa to finance Jackson’s parent’s

trip to meet their son at Dubai.

With the hopes of improved recovery, Jackson’s father reportedly reached Dubai eight days ago to help and assist his son to shift him to a hospital in India, as doctors at Rashid Hospital were against travelling, unless Jackson showed minimal improvement.

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Vol No CX No: 271 Goa, Wednesday 27 October, 2010

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Saga of the Kunbi sari

n Saturday at the Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week in New Delhi, Goan designer Wendell Rodricks got a standing ovation. This is not new for Wendell, one of the country’s top fashion designers. But this time it was very special. The applause was for a collection based on the distinctive checked saris of Goa’s Kunbi tribes. The humble handloom traditional nine-yard Goan Kunbi sari became the toast of the country’s foremost fashion aficionados.

Wendell took the simple cloth that has draped the women of Goa’s remotest rural regions and turned it into a thing of beauty. He started his project to revive this ethnic sari over seven years back. The present collection – giving the Kunbi sari a contemporary style – was in the pipeline since July 2009. Sourcing traditional hand weavers and looms was not easy, but he persevered. After working closely with traditional weavers, Wendell managed to fulfil his ambition “to leave behind a legacy of Goan weaving heritage”.

The designer feels that Goa needs to create its own place in ethnic and traditional collections. What better way than having its own sari? Many states have traditional saris, but till now, Goa had none. Wendell succeeded in full measure. Raghav Sikka wrote in the ‘Hindustan Times’: “The Kunbi sari has perhaps been the biggest revelation of the Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week so far. The Goan designer [Wendell Rodricks] has created something out of the box, something totally unique which people not only in Goa will wear but even sari lovers around the world will appreciate; the very first Goanmade sari.”

The collection goes far beyond the traditional. In Wendell’s skilful hands, the Kunbi sari has undergone a remarkable transformation. The colours have moved from the usual red to a palette of evocative pastel shades, using organic eco-friendly dyes in shades of ivory, sand-washed greys, subtle greens from guava leaf and Manjista, laterite shades using iron-ore, blues with conjee and indigo blue, reds from pomegranate, etc.

In his fabric, Wendell has skilfully mixed cotton and silk, woven and knits. There are crinkled cottons, dupione silks, cotton lycra jerseys, organzas and silk jacquards. The clothes included traditionally and innovatively draped saris, as well as very contemporary asymmetric backless tunics, multi layered skirts, tube dresses with hand woven straps, envelope kaftans, and halter dresses with asymmetric hemlines. Many were embellished with Gulmohar leaf brocade patterns. And all had the Kunbi weave.

But Wendell has not stopped at wowing the national capital’s beautiful people. He has presented Kunbi saris to President Pratibha Patil, Congress President Sonia Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, Goa’s first lady Asha Kamat as well as prominent Indian women who wear cotton saris, like actress Nandita Das. He has also submitted a project to the Goa Department of Higher Education, to implement a training programme to revive weaving as a handicraft in the state. And, it is very heartening to note that that the Goa Tourism Department has supported his efforts. Let us hope this show breaks new ground and gives a new lease of life to the nearly extinct art of Kunbi sari weaving.

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Adieu octopus

aul the psychic octopus at the Oberhausen Sea Life Centre in Germany, who was the biggest star of the recent football World Cup – with a flawless record in predicting game results – died peacefully in his sleep on Monday night.

Paul beat all odds during the World Cup by correctly forecasting all eight games he was asked to predict, including Spain’s wins over Germany in the semi-final and over the Netherlands in the final, opting for a mussel – his favourite food – from one of two identical boxes bearing the flags of the two teams. He will be sorely missed by football lovers worldwide.

it would not be heresy if Goans understood positives and complexities of pre-1961 says FReDeRicK NoRoNHA

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e can expect a whole clamour of voices to grow in the next few months or so, in connection with the 50th anniversary of the end of the Portuguese colonial rule in Goa (1961-2011). Fact is, much of this grandstanding – from all sides – is hardly likely to touch the core issues that really matter in our context.

Issues like what really were the bad and beneficial sides of the past five centuries in Goa? What has post-1961 Goa meant for different sections of the people? Can a balance sheet be made for what Goa has attained and lost, since it was ruled by its own people sitting in Panjim (or Porvorim)?

Fifty years has been a long time. Yet, we continue to be a deeply divided society, one which believes in taking easy, convenient and selfish positions in understanding our past. We pass of self-interest as nationalism. In the guise of knowing a better world, we create a defence for the intense and unsustainable elitism of the past.

Scratch the surface a little, and the issues show up. ‘Patriotism’ is turning into an industry used to garner resources for ourselves, and justify the unjustifiable privileged positions of today.

Lusostalgia and a defence of 20th century Portuguese rule – with its large dose of Salazar, something hardly any Portuguese themselves are proud of today – is little more than a hankering back to the privileges of the past. A longing for days when tiny islands of Goan prosperity lived off the backs of oceans of poverty.

The other day, one ran into an interesting debate. Well, wasn’t pre-1961 Goa quite another place, having quite different values, and a genteel soul? I don’t mean this to be personal... but that ‘genteel world’ could also be called part of a tiny Goan elite, a part of which never got accustomed to the demise of colonialism.

It was also out of touch with the aspirations and perspectives of the bulk of Goans, and till date won’t even concede how narrow the peak of the pre-1961 Goan pyramid was. Which is why, at times, the changes of the last 50 years – corruption, communalism and a whole lot of other problems thrown in – do seem to be a somewhat better alternative to many choosing to live in this State today.

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Devil’s ADvocAte On both sides, positions are built up based on pure, naked self-interest. Take the case of freedom fighters raising a hue and cry about a garden named after Garcia da Orta in today’s Panjim.

Can we expect the freedom fighters to play a bigger role, and be more relevant to the problems of today, apart from raking up an occasional controversy and justifying the perks they and their progeny continue to benefit from?

As for da Orta, you just need to read a little about this man to know how his work has shaped our life, and continues to till this day. Yet, in today’s Goa, almost five decades after Liberation, the stands we take depend more on ethnicity and religion, caste and regionalism.

Described as a Portuguese Renaissance Sephardi Jewish physician and naturalist, Garcia da Orta (1501 or 1502-1568) was a pioneer of tropical medicine. Probably feeling the heat of the Inquisition, as a new convert from Judaism, he moved to Goa. Garcia da Orta is said to have been the physician to Burhan Shah I of the Nizam Shahi dynasty of Ahmadnagar and concurrently to several Portuguese Viceroys and governors of Goa. We can learn that he was fluent in Portuguese, Spanish, Hebrew, Latin, Greek and Arabic; and

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he probably had knowledge of Persian, Marathi, Konkani, Sanskrit and Kannada. Correspondents and agents sent him seeds and plants; he also traded in spices, drugs and precious stones. He evidently kept a laboratory and botanical garden, as a quick search of the Wikipedia tells us.

His book was one of the early ones published in Goa – Colóquios dos Simples e Drogas he Cousas Medicinais da Índia (“Conversations on the simple drugs and medicinal substances of India”), published in Goa in 1563. Are these men not connected with our history?

He was the first European to describe Asiatic tropical diseases, notably cholera. He performed an autopsy on a cholera victim, the first recorded autopsy in India. And, as we are told, “Garcia da Orta reveals in his writings an unusual independence in face of the usually revered texts of ancient authorities, Greek, Latin and Arabic.”

Colonialism was more than just an unpleasant dream. It was a harsh reality, and did impact the lives of our ancestors and shapes our today. But do we have to be only ashamed of it, and try to wish it away from our past? Do we have to see things in stark white and pure black? Are there no shades of grey? Is it not possible to see our

Goan to swine’don!

hoosh! What a flood of fan mail! A fortnight ago I transcribed a quite demented IM conversation between some flaky female apparently from Goa - and my seriously deranged parrot Cocky. Since then, I’ve been deluded with requests for more! Believe me, the level of insanity is quite disturbing.

Here Cocky <kooka2> tags onto a teenage foodie-chat room: kooka2: watcha eatin’? spiderjane: hey kooka2: holy moley...a cow! spiderjane: i said hey! kooka2: and cows...eat...? spiderjane: ru a goan? kooka2: no, i ain’t a goin nowhere! spiderjane: oh, oh, my cellphone - can u hold for a sec? kooka2: sure, how tight u want? spiderjane: come again? kooka2: oooh sure, baby! spiderjane: ur sick kooka 2: nope im half gujju, sorry, me no sikh! spiderjane: whaddya know, a wise guy! kooka2: hey cow, u callin me a cow now?

spiderjane: ru u outta yr mind? kooka2: u jst called me a wise ghai! which is cow in konknni! spiderjane: oh so ur a goencar, i knew it! kooka2: goenka? goenkas are marathis - they’re ghanttis! spiderjane: oho so u have goan blood! kooka2: yeah, full, full, full of it.....full blood spiderjane: u mean....bloody fool! kooka2: watch it sista, i can see yr i.p! spiderjane: shee, dirty fellow kooka2: aaargh, ip is yr locationwhich shows u in....the uk! spiderjane: yeah, i live in swindon! and u....a mumbai slum? kooka2: i hear all swindon goans are british ghanttis spiderjane: don’t ignore my question! kooka2: which is......why english folk call our dukhors, swine? spiderjane: where are u located u fruitcake? kooka2: i wanna know if that’s why u dukhors settled there spiderjane: whaddya mean fruity? kooka2: because of u goan swine, is it called swine-don?! spiderjane: hey we lead a pretty decent life - it’s a great stay kooka2: great sty? u guys bathe once a month it seems! spiderjane: fyi, it’s a great british tradition, which we have to

Letter of the Day Montek Singh should go S. Kamat, Alto Betim Vice Chairman of the Planning Commission Montek Singh Ahluwalia’s statement that there is fruit and vegetable shortage because rural people have more purchasing power needs to be condemned. Being a seasoned professional he could have chosen a better turn of phrase. Proper supply of fruit and vegetables has to be increased and a system followed for reducing the 40 percent wastage and spoilage in transit.

This could be done with a cold chain for fruits and veggies from farm to consumer.

Montek should also study why prices of pulses and lentils continue to climb.

Misunderstood M. Sousa, Mhapsa My letter ‘Role of the Church’ (Herald, 14 Oct) was to highlight the role of the Catholic Church and not to belittle the good works

100 Years Ago PRIMEIRO DIARIO NAS COLONIAS PORTUGEZAS

27 October 1910 Health research

A Physician from the University of Pennsylvania was granted permission to research sicknesses of Old Europe which according to him any Nation carries individual micro-organisms.

China first civilization?

The Chinese Emperor feels that no Nation, besides China, can carry the banner of early civilization and progress.

Postage stamp inspection

Sometime ago was advocated the reestablishment of Postage-Stamp inspection with an overall view that it will enhance the receipts of the Treasury of the State.

Justice Minister honoured

The Association of Civil Registration decided to honour the Justice Minister for two timely measures incorporated in the Official Bulletin.

she carries out. Evangelization lies foremost at the heart of all Catholic action. The schools, hospitals, colleges, orphanages, social-action and other social works the Church carries out must lead us finally to God, without any personal motives and ambitions. The mentality of all of us must change. As you say Fr. Diogo is doing a lot of good works. I would appreciate it if it is really true. “But if I have the gift of prophecy and comprehend all mysteries and all knowledge; if I have all faith so as to move mountains but do not have love, I am nothing.” (1 Cor 13:2).

It’s an inter-basin transfer Raju Vernekar, Mumbai Your editorial “Watch out for the Mhadei backlash” (October 25) is timely and important. Inter-basin transfer is not allowed therefore Karnataka’s opposition to the Supreme Court direction to set up a Mhadei River Water Tribunal is unfounded. If Karnataka wants water of the Kalasa and Bandura rivers for its irrigation project, then it should negotiate with the Goa Government and settle the issue in a dignified manner. If Karnataka leaders have reached the conclusion that they can block the movement of essential food commodities etc. to Goa then it is just hooliganism. Besides, dependence cuts both ways. If Karnataka violates the SC order, it will automatically come before the nation. All that is required is that Goans stand united.

Outlook on Life Moon Charles Afonso, Vasco The way we go about thinking and doing things, I am a Hindu, Muslim, Christian, Sikh … Don’t we want a peaceful society and freedom to live peacefully? Somehow we go about favouring and supporting people who have no ethics and human feelings. It is not that we just support them but we help them to achieve their selfish desires too.

Save Goa and its identity Obie Nogueiro, Navelim I support and congratulate Mr. Cruz Rodrigues who stood firm and strong, and spoke out all by himself for the Navelim village on Oct 24 at the road show held to

I cannot stay silent

Aires Rodrigues, Ribandar

Complaints against Bombay High Court Registrar Ms. I.K. Jain for abusing her authority and against District Judge Ms. Nutan Sardesai of judicial impropriety have been filed by me solely in public interest. These issues, like the misdeeds of top officials in the law department were highlighted only after thorough study and obtaining documentary evidence under the Right to Information Act. As a citizen and more as a lawyer I cannot be a mere spectator to misdeeds even in the judiciary. In last over 30 years of fighting against injustice, nobody could intimidate me. There is a misconception that wrongdoings by judicial officers should not be exposed. We are in a democracy.

Nobody is above the law. I am not cowed down by threats or consequences for speaking out. The efforts of the Union Law Minister and the Chief Justice of India to weed out the black sheep in the judiciary are commendable. educate people on expressway ills. My call goes out to all my dear Goan brothers and sisters to come out on the street to save our State and its identity. We need more people like Cruz Rodrigues, Freddy Agnelo Fernandes, Elvino Rodrigues, Nelson Lopes, Adelmo Fernandes, Col Cyril P D’souza, Aires Rodrigues etc. who stand up for the people of Goa. We need to support them.

And not our politicians who only work to save their own identity.

Misleading banners Glestone Fernandes, Cuncolim Portraying them alongside national leaders and ministers on their banners only proves that these candidates lack the confidence of winning on their own merit and seeking victory behind the faces of their mentors.

It’s time to dump these feeble-minded candidates who, if elected would only dance to the tunes of the corrupt leaders. We need to vote for a change that will crush corruption and eventually crush the corrupt leaders who have destroyed the morale of the common man.

NGO taking p’chyat power Nelson Lopes Chinchinim An NGO is dispatching registered letters to the tenants within the jurisdiction of Chinchinim-Deussua Village Panchayat threatening legal action over illegal constructions. It appears that the local body has abdicated its responsibility to this NGO. The landlord has not registered any protest or authorized anyone to represent his interests. When the tenants approached him

he was surprised and asked them to ignore the notices. Their motives are clear that it is a veiled attempt for personal gains. The villagers of Chinchinim must guard against this monster of corruption raising its ugly head of intimidation and subterfuge in this otherwise peaceful village

Well done Lavinio Marcos Vaz, Panjim I take this opportunity through your esteemed daily to congratulate Mr. Lavinio Rebello on his victory in the GFA Elections held recently, as ‘Vice President (North)’, despite his very busy schedule as teacher and sarpanch of Anjuna-Kaisua Panchayat.

Rebello has proved his mettle and proved his detractors wrong. Viva Lavinio, you have proved to be a worthy son of Anjuna.

All Anjuncars are proud of you.

Kasab faking insanity Adelmo Fernandes, Vasco There is every possibility that Kasab facing a death sentence for his involvement in 26/11, is pretending to be mentally unstable so that he is shifted from the jail to a Mental Asylum with the hope that he will escape the death penalty. Kasab reportedly yawned and giggled when the hearing for his death sentence was going on. He apparently spat at a television camera and wanted an international court to try him because he felt suffocated in India. He should be pulled up for contempt of court for his remarks. Ironically crores of rupees of public money are being spent for the security of this terror suspect who has al-

yesterdays with all its nuances, and understand it beyond the worldview of simple villains and heroes?

Roy Moxham’s ‘The Great Hedge of India’ is an amazing but little-known story, and well told too.

It is about a customs barrier built in Queen Victoria‘s India across 2000 miles and manned by 12,000 men in the shape of a ‘hedge’. It was long enough to have stretched from London to Constantinople, and talks of how Indian salt was controlled, manipulated and used to divide a country in colonial times.

Five decades on we are still waiting for researchers in Portugal too to give us better insight into what colonial rule meant in places like Goa. On the other hand, it would not be heresy if Goa came to acknowledge some of the positives and complexities of the past, including pre-1961 times.

It may be convenient to divide the world today in terms of the ‘good’ and ‘bad’ guys. But closer studies show everywhere that there was an element of local people collaborating to colonise themselves. In Goa this aspect is actively pushed under the carpet, and then only used to score political points.

By some sleight of hand, Portuguese rule is converted into an entire four-and-half-centuries period of oppression – without anything good in it. Further, the sins of colonial oppression are blamed on the co-religionists of the Portuguese, the Catholics of today, to create stark images of villains and heroes.

Oddly, this is out of sync with the tenor in the rest of India. London does business with New Delhi, and the contentious issues are somehow coped with or quickly glossed over. We can even spend crores to celebrate the Commonwealth, a club of former colonial cousins.

Five decades is a long time. An entire generation and more have grown up with no memory of colonial times. It is impatient to understand its past, to get on with its present and to prepare for its future.

Bitterness and slogans alone can’t fill this gap.

It’s okay for children to fight over emotions in nursery school; adults are expected to act in ways more mature. Can we expect things to change after five decades?

By Francis Rodrigues follow! kooka2: no wonder u smell like goan sausage spiderjane: r u insulting me? kooka2: no, the sausage! spiderjane: xdftyuhnnmokljtrd49h5dgc888jxxdwt!x kooka2: wtf?? spiderjane: ooops sorry one of my spiders escaped! kooka2: whaaat? spiderjane: ran across the keyboard! kooka2: u eat them or breed them? spiderjane: what do u think??? kooka2: i think u should breed lots - of the poisonous ones! spiderjane: why??? kooka2: so u’ll help the british spiderjane: how??? kooka2: by killing all the goans! and maybe an englishman! spiderjane: but, but, but.....why the englishman?? kooka2: u see?? nobody cares about....the goans!!!

The popat always knows.

[If you just arrived: Langoti “Long” John Silva is a globe-trotting Goencar, always accompanied by his wise-cracking parrot Cocky]

Letters to the Editor

legedly caused such devastation of public property and death of so many innocent people.

Paths of Wisdom

Foolish or selfish?

Orlando SA Da Silva, Carmona I was once told that a powerful Goan state politician said that as long as there are enough fools in his constituency he will be elected because he distributes 25 percent of the loot he collects among those fools during elections. I wonder whether Goan Voters will ever change their mindset and vote a non-corrupt, performance oriented Government. Or will the struggle of the various activists go down the drain?

Is it selfishness or foolishness of the Goans to re-elect again the same old faces in municipalities, panchayats and assemblies? My dear Goans please think of the larger picture; forget the bread crumbs.

The future of your future generations is at stake. Let us re-think and start cleansing our democratic system, starting with the Panchayats, the Municipalities and end with the assembly.

A vote for corruption Marcos Alemao, Varca The people of Valpoi have failed to maintain the dignity of their votes. They voted for corruption and scams -- drugs scam, diesel scam, petrol scam, excise scam, etc.

They voted for money too. The money they received will not last long, but their miseries will last for another two years during Congress rule in the name of the aam admi. One hears the Congress candidate passed sleepless nights during the election campaign, and allegedly distributed cash and goods to the people of Valpoi while the election commission watch dogs watched. The irony was the Chief Minister Digambar Kamat happily congratulating the people of Valpoi for voting for development. Did he mean development like the Bicholim bus-stand which is being used by cattle and dogs isntead of the aam admi.

Letters should be brief 100 words or less, and should have the writer’s name, address and telephone number. The editor reserves the right to edit letters for size and readability, and to delete any personal attacks or libellous /objectionable matter.

Divine help ever present A traveling preacher finds himself in a tremendous rainstorm.

Within a few hours the hotel he is staying in becomes flooded. As the water rises, the preacher climbs to the roof and starts praying.

“Lord, save me so I can continue my mission of preaching Your Gospel.”

Just then, a coast guard rescue party floats by in a rowboat. “Let’s go mister!

Into the boat!“ “I’ll stay here,” says the preacher, “The Lord will save me.”

An hour later a second boat reaches the scene and the water is close to the roof of the hotel. “Sir, you better get in.

The water is still rising.”

“No thanks. The Lord will be my salvation.”

Toward evening, the hotel is almost completely under water and the preacher is clinging to the satellite dish on the roof. A helicopter is spotted and on a loudspeaker is heard “Hello Sir, grab on to the line and we will pull you up. This is your last chance.

“I’m all right,” says the preacher, as he looks heavenward. “I know the Lord will provide sanctuary.”

As the boat departs, the satellite dish is hit by lightning and the preacher is killed. When he arrived at the Pearly Gates he was furious.

“What happened,” he shouted. “I thought the Lord would provide!”

Moments later a thunderous voice is heard. “Oh, give me a break…! I sent you TWO boats and a chopper.“ (Author unknown)

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Expose Pak on anti-India activities: think tank to US PTI WASHINGTON, OCT 26

US should "publicly expose" Pakistan whenever it fails to prevent infiltration across the LoC with India, shut down jihadi training operations and hold the ISI and Pakistani military to pledge that "they will not abet violent actors" in Kashmir, a US think-tank has said.

Releasing a report on IndoUS relations ahead of President Barack Obama's visit, the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace said Kashmir issue is a challenge that the US can neither avoid nor resolve as New Delhi has the power to "rebuff" and unwelcome US involvement.

"Washington can do more than it typically has to hold the Pakistani military and the ISI to pledges that they will not abet violent actors in Kashmir," the report 'Toward Realistic USIndia Relations' said.

"At a minimum, the United States should expose Pakistan publicly whenever it fails to act to prevent infiltrations across the Line of Control, shut down jihadi training operations, or arrest leaders of organizations that foment attacks on India," the report authored by George

Perkovich said.

At the same time, the report said, Indian leaders must also do "more to correct the misgovernance and human rights abuses that are remobilising Muslims in the Kashmir Valley."

"Indians may reasonably expect the US to heed to their demand not to try to mediate the Kashmir issue with Pakistan, but they should not expect it to stay silent about large-scale Indian human rights violations or other policies that undermine conflict resolution there," the report said.

US has legitimate strategic interests in urging both India and Pakistan to explore all prospects for normalising Indoâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Pak relations and reducing the threat of violent extremism in South Asia and elsewhere, the report said.

It said Pakistani elites are adapting to the reality that their country cannot wrest the Valley away from India and that it must negotiate a formula to recognise the territorial status quo and improve the quality of life of Kashmiris on both sides of the Line of Control.

Many Pakistanis recognise further that Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh is the leader best suited to find and

SC paves way for judgement in 2002 Gujarat riots cases PTI NEW DELHI, OCT 26

Paving the way for the trial court to pronounce its verdict in the 2002 Gujarat riots cases, the Supreme Court today vacated its stay order.

The apex court, however, said the trial court shall not pronounce its judgement in the case relating to the killing of former Congress MP Ehsan Jaffrey in which Chief Minister Narendra Modi has been questioned by the Special Investigation Team (SIT).

A three-judge special bench of Justices D K Jain, P Sathasivam and Aftab Alam passed the order while vacating its May 6 stay on pronouncement of judgement.

The bench said that the court can proceed with the trial in Jaffrey case as the SIT is still in the process of examining certain witnesses.

The apex court had on May

6 stayed the pronouncement of judgement in the Gujarat riots cases following allegations of botched up investigation and demand for re-constitution of SIT that had been subsequently effected pursuant to the bench's earlier direction.

Meanwhile, amicus curiae Prashant Bhushan today recused himself from the case following an application moved by the Gujarat government.

The application sought Bhushan's recusal alleging that he was biased and had strong views against the Chief Minister and the BJP government in the state.

The apex court accepted Bhushan's plea for recusal and recorded the same in an order.

The bench also issued notice to the Gujarat government on the plea for transfer of the judge dealing with the Gulberg society case relating to the killing of Ehsan Jaffrey.

deliver a package that Indians, Kashmiris, and Pakistanis could live with, the report saiii "But if Pakistanis perceive that resolving the Kashmir issue will merely make the environment safer for India to bolster its conventional military advantage over Pakistan, they will balk," the report said.

"This is another reason that the United States and India must take great care to manage their defense c ooperation in ways that reassure Pakistan that India's aims and capabilities are defensive, not offensive. Conventional military dialogue and confidence-building measures deserve greater attention for this purpose," it saiiii The report said one reason why Pakistanis are turning their attention away from Kashmir is that many see Afghanistan as the hotter front for Indoâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Pak competition.

"Pakistanis, especially the military, perceive an Indian effort to extend influence throughout Afghanistan at Pakistan's expense. Pakistan has fought this influence in many ways, including attacks on the Indian embassy and other targets in Afghanistan," the report said.

Kashmir unlikely to figure during Singh-Obama talks: sources PTI WASHINGTON, OCT 26

Kashmir issue is unlikely to figure during talks between Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and President Barack Obama in New Delhi next month as US considers this an "internal" matter of India, Indian sources have said.

But, the two leaders will discuss the situation in Afghanistan and Pakistan as well as in South East Asia and how India and the US can increase their co-operation at the global level, a source, familiar with the preparatory talks between officials of the two countries, said.

The source said Kashmir issue is unlikely to figure during the talks between Singh and Obama as the US' firm stand is that Kashmir is a bilateral issue between India and Pakistan and it has to be solved by them, despite Pakistan asking it to play a role.

The US considers India as an "anchor of stability in the region and is very appreciative of the role played by New Delhi under the leadership of the Prime Minister Manmohan Singh," the source said.

While India has quietly played a developmental role in Afghanistan, where it is one of

Clinton would not accompany Obama PTI WASHINGTON, OCT 26

For the first time in several years, the US Secretary of State will not be part of the Presidential delegation when Barack Obama visits India next month.

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, who has played a key role in accelerating the Indo-US relationship, will not accompany Obama during his November visit due to "scheduling conflict".

Clinton would be in Australia along with Defence Secretary Robert Gates for the 25th anniversary of the annual Australia-US Ministethe largest donors of civilian activities, the US is very grateful of the restrain shown by India with regard to Pakistan, where a section of the establishment is keen to increase tension with India.

This is used as an excuse not to carry on with the operations against terrorists, the source said.

Indian and US officials said

Moily slams Arundhati, Geelani; BJP demands their arrest PTI NEW DELHI, OCT 26

As the authorities mull filing a criminal case against them, a senior Union minister today slammed Hurriyat hardliner Syed Ali Shah Geelani and writer Arundhati Roy for backing Kashmir's independence while the BJP demanded that the two be arrested on sedition charges.

A defiant Roy justified her support for 'azadi' for Kashmir, saying she only spoke what "millions of people" in Kashmir say everyday for years.

While not being forthcoming on what action Government proposed to take against the duo, Law Minister Veerappa Moily said their comments were "most unfortunate". While there is freedom of speech, "it can't violate the patriotic sentiments of the people," he said.

On BJP's allegations that government remained silent on the developments, he said, "Politics cannot be mixed with statements which border sedition."

Asked whether his ministry had received a request from

the Home Ministry seeking its legal opinion on whether the two can be booked for sedition, the Law Minister said, "I was away for three days...I have not seen the file so far".

Roy, the Booker Prize winning author, had said "Kashmir has never been an integral part of India. It is a historical fact.

Even the Indian government has accepted this."

At a convention in the capital on 'Azadi--The Only Way', Geelani shared the stage with Roy and pro-Maoist leader Vara Vara Rao among others. Geelani, who harped on independence for Kashmir, was heckled by a section of the audience with one of them throwing a shoe.

Roy issued a statement coming out strongly against moves to "silence" her.

"Pity the nation that has to silence its writers for speaking their minds," Roy said in her statement from Srinagar where she is on a visit.

"Pity the nation that needs to jail those who ask for justice while communal killers, mass murderers, corporate scamsters, looters, rapists, and

China rebuffs India, says its policy on J&K visas unchanged PTI BEIJING, OCT 26

Rejecting New Delhi's assertions that Beijing should respect India's sensitivities on Kashmir, China today said that its policy of issuing stapled visas to Kashmiris would remain unchanged, in crucial comments ahead of a meeting between Prime Ministers of the two countries.

Weeks after External Affairs Minister S M Krishna hoped that Beijing would maintain "neutrality" on the affairs related to Jammu and Kashmir and respect India's sensitivities on the issue, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesman said, "Though China had friendly relations with India, its policy towards the stapled visas for residents of the state remained unchanged."

The comments come ahead of this week's meeting between Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and his Chinese counterpart Wen Jiabao on the sidelines of East Asia Summit in Hanoi, Vietnam.

The issue of stapled visa is likely to figure prominently at the talks.

Ma Zhaoxu, Chinese foreign ministry spokesman said at his bi-weekly briefing, "As for the Indian Kashmir visa our policy is consistent and has stayed unchanged." He was replying to questions whether the issue would come up for discussions at the meeting between Singh and Wen. He said officials of both the countries were in "touch" with each other to arrange the meeting. Indian officials expect the meeting to take place on October 30.

Ma declined to comment on the just concluded visit of Singh to Japan and the Indian Prime Minister's talks with his Japanese counterpart, Naoto Kan in which China figured prominently.

"We usually do not comment on leaders meeting from other countries. Our friendly position with India remains unchanged.

Meanwhile we value strategic relations with Japan," Ma said.

China has been issuing stapled visas to residents of Jammu and Kashmir since 2008.

The policy had its biggest fall out when China recently declined to grant visa to Lt Gen B S Jaswal, the Chief of Indian Army's northern command for official talks here on the ground that he headed troops of a disputed area.

those who prey on the poorest of the poor, roam free," she said.

Roy has made two speeches in New Delhi and Srinagar in the past few days in which she sought independence for Kashmir from India.

The writer said she has read in newspapers that she may be arrested on charges of sedition for her remarks supporting 'azadi' for Kashmir.

"I said what millions of people here say every day. I said what I as well as other commentators have written and said for years.

"Anybody who cares to read the transcripts of my speeches will see that they were fundamentally a call for justice," she said.

Stepping up its offensive, BJP demanded the arrests of Geelani and Roy on charges of sedition, saying anyone who speaks against the country should be hanged.

Picking on the Government, BJP general secretary Ananth Kumar said it was in a "dilemma" on whether or not to take action against Geelani and Roy.

rial Consultations (AUSMIN).

This would be a distinct departure from the past, at least since the advent of the new era of Indo-US relationship since the Clinton Administration, that the Secretary of State would not be accompanying the visiting American President.

When the Air Force One touched the New Delhi airport on the evening of March 19, 2000, Bill Clinton was not only accompanied by the First Lady Hillary Clinton and daughter Chelsea but also by his Secretary of State Madeline Albright. it is in this context that the Obama Administration has taken a decision not to play any role on the Kashmir issue, despite the fact that it is repeatedly being demanded by the top Pakistani leadership.

"Kashmir is an issue that we believe needs to be resolved between Pakistan and India. It is an issue that does come up in time to time in our bilateral discussions with Pakistan. But there is no working group in Kashmir," State Department spokesman, P J Crowley said.

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Infant stolen from hospital: An infant was stolen from a government-run hospital here allegedly by a burqa-clad woman, police said today. Parents of the 11-month-old boy lodged a complaint with Nampally police after the child went missing last night from Niloufer hospital in Hyderabad, they said.

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US sceptical of Iran’s role in Afghan PTI WASHINGTON, OCT 26

US today said it was "sceptical" of Iranian role in Afghanistan given its "history of playing a destabilising role with its neighbours" after Afghan President Hamid Karzai publicly admitted receiving bags of cash from Tehran.

However, the State Department, hoped that Iran, just like other governments of the region, will play a constructive role in Afghanistan.

"We do not question Iran's right to provide financial assistance to Afghanistan, you know nor do we question Afghanistan's right to accept that assistance. What we think is important is Afghans having the ability to shape their own future without negative influences, you know, from its neighbours,” the State Department spokesman P J Crowley said.

He said the US will let the Government of Afghanistan speak on how they spend the financial assistance received from other countries, but made it clear that America "remains sceptical of Iran's motives, given its history of playing a destabilising role with its neighbours".

"We hope that Iran will take responsibility to play a construct i v e ro l e i n t h e f u t u re o f Afghanistan," Crowley said when

asked about Karzai's admission.

He said the US' assistance is focused squarely on helping the Afghan people and the government improve the quality of governance, security, justice, jobs and services and give them a "meaningful alternative" to the Taliban recruiting.

"We recognize that Iran is going to have a relationship with Afghanistan, but we're sceptical based on their track record," he said.

"It is something that we have talked to the Afghan government about. But we certainly are sceptical about the role that Iran is playing based on their track record," he noted.

"I read the (Afghan) President's remarks...going back a number of years, because of the nature of the Afghan financial system, there have been times where assistance has come into Afghanistan in the form of cash as opposed to the form of inkind support," he said.

He said much of the US assistance is now provided electronically through financial institutions.

"It's not for us to characterise the form of the support itself.

The real issue is what is that assistance for? And we hope that Iran will choose to play a constructive role in Afghanistan," he said.

Pak Taliban killed Benazir: report PTI ISLAMABAD, OCT 26

Nearly three years after she was assassinated, investigators here have concluded that former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto was killed by Pakistani Taliban in a gun-and-bomb attack in Rawalpindi, according to a media report today.

The Federal Investigation Agency came to this conclusion following a probe into the assassination, the Dawn newspaper quoted its sources in the organisation as saying.

The FIA is expected to submit its report on the investigation to an anti-terrorism court on October 30.

The FIA's investigation team was initially reluctant to submit the chargesheet to the court because it could not complete its probe regarding three persons who are absconding – Abdur Rehman, Saddam and Faiz Mohammad.

The report prepared by the FIA states that the three men were killed in a military operation in the tribal areas. Five of the accused, all members of the Taliban, have been arrested.

They are Muhammad Rafaqat, Hussain, Sher Zaman, Aitzaz

Shah and Abdul Rashid.

The head of the FIA's probe team, Khalid Mehmood, told Dawn that the investigation had not been completed but did not deny that a report would be presented to the court on October 30.

The report has accused slain Pakistani Taliban chief Baitullah Mehsud, who was killed in a US drone attack last year, of masterminding the murder of Bhutto.

A UN commission that probed the assassination had, in its report, said that blaming the Taliban leader for the assassination before completion of investigations was tantamount to throwing the probe off track.

The UN commission's report had indicted the previous regime led by Musharraf for failing to provide effective security to Bhutto despite numerous threats to her life. It also called on Pakistani authorities to make a determination of the criminal responsibility for planning and carrying out the assassination.

Sources said the FIA investigation team had not recorded the statement of any public office holder who is accused in the case.

Beijing worried anti-Japan protests could backfire AGENCIES BEIJING, OCT 26

The Chinese government has given the first sign that it might be nervous that a continuing series of anti-Japanese demonstrations could lead protesters to turn on the Chinese authorities instead of Tokyo.

At a demonstration in Baoji, Shaanxi province on Saturday, demonstrators did not just call for the government to get tougher with Japan in its territorial dispute over a string of islands in the East China Sea. Some also unfurled banners calling for a multiparty political system and complaining about the high price of real estate, according to images shown on Japanese TV. China’s top law and order official Zhou Yongkang, said the government should

“strengthen propaganda and opinion work to guide the public to voice its patriotic aspirations in a rational and orderly way according to the law, protecting social and political stability,” according to a report in Tuesday’s People’s Daily, the official organ of the ruling Communist party.

Though only a few hundred protesters turned out Saturday in Baoji, the demands some of them made publicly showed that once the authorities allow Chinese citizens to march on the streets, their feelings can easily run over into prohibited territory.

Beijing and Tokyo resolved a crisis in their relationship earlier this month when Japan returned a Chinese fisherman accused of ramming Japanese patrol boats, after 10 days of detention.

FROM PAGE 1 CLASH OF THE TITANS Vasco immediately,” D’Costa added.

“A large number of D’Souza’s supporters had gathered outside the hotel. D’Souza allegedly dragged Pacheco outside the hotel and asked him to leave the place, otherwise he would be attacked by his supporters,” said D’Costa.

Others who had gathered in the hotel told Herald that Pacheco was shielded from further assault by his two bodyguards.

D’Souza’s supporters allegedly went on the rampage and broke glasses and other items in the hotel, compelling the hotel management to close down operations immediately after the incident.

Broken beer bottle, glasses and scattered chairs were strewn all over the place, while the hotel staff, shocked over the entire episode, remained tight-lipped and refused to comment on the incident.

As soon as Pacheco left the hotel with his friends in the damaged Swift car, the drama shifted to the Vasco police station.

D’Souza along with his supporters rushed to the Vasco police station, located barely 200 metres from the hotel.

Vasco Police Inspector Braz Menezes was helpless as a large number of supporters barged into the police station and started shouting slogans praising D’Souza.

Jose Philip’s brother, Pascoal, who was also present at the police station, blamed Pacheco for coming to Vasco and cause trouble.

A furious Jose Philip accused Pacheco of working overtime to make sure that his wife, Neny, and his elder brother, Pascoal, were defeated in the polls.

“Mickky came with money to ensure the defeat of my panel in the MMC elections. I have reported this to the party high command and we have also filed a police complaint in the matter,” said the revenue minister.

Kamal Nath blows hot & cold speaking to reporters said that the expansion of highways will be done taking into account aspirations of the people but said delay in land acquisition will force the Centre to shift the project out of State.

“I would like to see this project go well. But if it’s going to be a lot of delay then we can’t keep the funds blocked”, the minister said in presence of Chief Minister Digambar Kamat.

Nath further said that as and when issues in Goa are resolved, the project can restart.

The minister, however, was optimistic that the issues would be resolved and amicable solution would be worked out for the apprehensions raised by protestors.

“I met chief minister (Kamat) in Delhi and am meeting him again today”, he said.

When asked about any specific deadline given for the State to decide on land acquisition, the minister said that Goa needs to go fast.

Speaking further, the minister said that India at this juncture is facing huge infrastructure deficit.

“The auto industry is growing at the rate of 37 per cent and it is imperative that road network is built”, he said.

Earlier, Chief Minister said the highway expansion project is a golden opportunity for Goa and if the project was not executed now Goa would miss a golden opportunity.

However, he also assured that Union Minister will take care of the objections raised pertaining to the project.

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French students march as pensions strike loses steam

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French students protested Tuesday at campuses across the country but elsewhere the government welcomed signs that the mass movement to defend the right to retire at 60 was losing steam.

Lawmakers were expected to pass President Nicolas Sarkozy's unpopular pensions reform bill on Wednesday and Finance Minister Christine Lagarde hailed what she said was "a return to reason and dialogue."

And the union leaders who led strikes and street rallies of recent months admitted that they would now have to change tactics and work to modify the final form of the reform rather than defeat it on the streets.

"It's not over," insisted Bernard Thibault, head of the CGT union.

"I repeat, the movement is not finished. It will continue. It will take other forms. The subjects it has raised are not closed, whatever happens in the coming days," he told state television.

Thibault's ally, the leader of t h e C F D T u n i o n Fr a n c o i s Chereque, agreed: "The parliamentary debate will come to an

Death toll rises in Indonesian quake AP JAKARTA, OCT 26

A powerful earthquake off western Indonesia triggered a small tsunami that pounded villages on remote islands, killing at least four people and leaving more than 100 others missing, witnesses and officials said on Tuesday.

The death toll from the 7.7magnitude quake, which struck 20km beneath the ocean floor late on Monday, was expected to climb with reports about damage and injuries just starting to trickle in.

Mujiharto, who heads the Health Ministry's crisis centre, said a three-metre-high wave washed away hundreds of houses in two coastal villages on Pagai and Silabu, part of the Mentawai island chain.

Advertisement: Story continues below "We have 200 body bags on the way, just in case," he said.

A group of Australians said they were hanging out on the back deck of their chartered surfing vessel, anchored in a nearby bay, when the temblor hit, generating a wave that caused them to smash into a neighbouring boat.

Before they knew it a fire was ripping through their cabin.

"We threw whatever we could that floated - surfboards, fenders - then we jumped into the water," Rick Hallet told Australia's Nine Network. "Fortun a t e l y, m o s t o f u s h a d something to hold on to ... and we just washed in the wetlands, and scrambled up the highest trees that we could possibly find and sat up there for an hour and a half."

end, and we'll be looking at it from another perspective, obviously.

"We're not calling into question the legitimacy of parliament... but a law is always perfectible."

With the passage of the bill now a formality, the unions hope to persuade Sarkozy not to enact it into law without sitting down to negotiate amendments to soften the blow for certain kinds of workers in tough jobs.

The government has already made it clear that it will not abandon the key measure of the reform, raising the retirement age from 60 to 62, but Lagarde promised talks on issues like youth employment.

"There's no winner and no loser in this matter," she told Radio Classique. "What's very important is that people take responsibility for their actions.

It's to realise that the economy needs to turn over."

L agarde had previously warned that a series of one day national strikes had cost the French economy between 1.6 and 3.2 billion euros (2.25 to 4.5 billion dollars), but said Tuesday this would not affect the

growth outlook.

Student unions have protests from 2.30pm (1230 GMT) with the focus being on a demonstration outside the Senate, on Paris' Left Bank near the Sorbonne university and the streets made famous by the May 68 student revolt.

But, despite the symbolism of this backdrop -- and plans by trade unions to stage another nationwide day of strikes and rallies on Thursday -- there were signs elsewhere that the protest movement was wrapping up.

Government said it hoped to guarantee fuel supplies to four out of five petrol stations from Tuesday, as refineries begin to return to work, although the industry association was cautious and warned this could take longer.

In Marseille, bin men returned to work after a 14 day strike left 10,000 tonnes of rubbish in the streets of the Mediterranean port.

The Senate, which approved the pensions bill last week, was to meet to nod through the final draft after it was reconciled with the version that had earlier passed the National Assembly.

Iran loading fuel at nuclear reactor AGENCIES TEHRAN, OCT 26

Iran said on Tuesday that it had begun loading the first of 163 fuel rods into the core of its first nuclear reactor, set to go into operation early next year, and vowed to pursue nuclear activities “in other areas.”

Iran’s nuclear program has spread deep concerns in the West because governments, including the United States, do not accept Tehran’s insistence that it has no ambitions to build a nuclear weapon.

Ramin Mehmanparast, a Foreign Ministry spokesman, said on Tuesday: “Political pressure and sanctions have not prevented Iran from proceeding with its peaceful nuclear activities according to schedule.”

“The Bushehr power plant is a major project which will help us to take one step toward future alternative energy supplies,” he said, according to the semi-official IRNA news agency.

“We will also pursue our peaceful nuclear activities in other areas.” He did not give details.

The loading of fuel at the Russian-built Bushehr plant in the south of the country was initially supposed to begin soon after fuel was transported to the reactor in August, but was delayed by a leak. Iranian officials have denied that the delay was caused by a computer virus on the laptops of several employees at Bushehr.

Speaking to workers at the plant, the head of Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization, Ali Akbar Salehi, said the Bushehr facility “is the most exceptional power plant in the world and it is right now at the critical stage of transferring fuel into the core of the reactor which is the last stage

of the process.”

Salehi said that the plant would begin to feed the national power grid within three months.

The United States once opposed the reactor but dropped its objections after Russia provided assurances over the fuel supply and the disposal of spent fuel roads that can be used to makes weapons-grade plutonium. Russia has agreed to take back spent fuel.

The plant is supposed to be supervised by inspectors from the International Atomic Energy Agency, or IAEA., the United Nations nuclear watchdog based in Vienna. It was not clear if IAEA inspectors were present when the fuel-loading began.

Under its normal procedures, IAEA inspectors would oversee the final processes of fuel-loading and then seal the core of the reactor to prevent tampering. The reactor is also supposed to be kept under surveillance by closed circuit television cameras that would detect any movement of fuel.

The procedures to load the fuel and carry out tests at the 1,000-megawatt plant could take several weeks before engineers begin to withdraw so-called control roads, allowing nuclear activity to begin, experts said.

The Bushehr reactor, cast by Tehran as a show-case of its peaceful nuclear intentions, is separate from other more contentious operations elsewhere in the country where Iran is seeking to enrich uranium. Iran says it wants the enrichment facilities to provide fuel for future reactor use and for a medical research reactor. But the West and Israel suspect those programs are designed to produce weapons-grade fuel.

Saddam’s FM Aziz sentenced to death

EU gives Serbia bid fresh momentum

AFP BAGHDAD, OCT 26

AGENCIES BRUSSELS, OCT 26

EU governments have asked the European Commission to give its opinion on Serbia's bid to join the EU - seen as a new phase in relations with Belgrade.

The EU's Enlargement Commissioner, Stefan Fuele, said the move was an "expression of strong EU support" for Serbia's leaders.

Serbia presented its application for EU membership in December 2009. Formal accession talks have not yet started.

Serbia has dropped its demand for international talks on Kosovo's status.

Kosovo declared its independence from Serbia in 2008 - a move condemned

by Belgrade.

But the unblocking of the status issue last month means a path is now open for direct talks between Kosovo and Serbia.

The EU stresses that progress in Serbia's membership bid depends on full co-operation with the international war crimes tribunal in The Hague.

EU foreign ministers urged Serbia again on Monday to arrest the two remaining top fugitives - former Bosnian Serb general Ratko Mladic and the Croatian Serb wartime leader Goran Hadzic.

Iraq's supreme criminal court today sentenced former deputy prime minister Tareq Aziz to death, the first death sentence handed down against the longtime international face of the Saddam Hussein regime.

"The supreme criminal court issued an execution order against Tareq Aziz for his role in eliminating religious parties," state television reported.

It said that the court also ordered death sentences against two other top Saddam lieutenants, former interior minister Saadoun Shaker and Abid Hamoud, the executed dictator's secretary.

All three were sentenced for their role in a crackdown on Shiites, which followed a 1982 assassination attempt against Saddam in Dujail, a mainly Shiite town north of Baghdad, the court's spokesman Mohammed Abdul Saheb said.

"The order was for the crackdown on religious parties which took place in the 1980s," Abdul Saheb told AFP. There was another bigger crackdown against Iraq's Shiite majority community following a 1991 uprising against Saddam.

By law, the death sentences have to be confirmed by the presidential council before being carried out.

74-year-old Aziz's Jordan-based son

Ziad told AFP that the death sentence against his father proved the revelations made about the Iraqi state by the whistleblower website WikiLeaks.

"The decision was an act of revenge against anybody and anything related to the past," he said.

"It proves the credibility of the information published by WikiLeaks... This verdict is a disgrace," said Ziad, who has lived in Amman with his family since 2003.

"My father had nothing to do with religious parties," Ziad said, referring to the court verdict.

"He himself was a victim of a religious party, Al-Dawa," currently led by Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki.

"When did the court have the time to study the verdict? They did not listen to the defence. What kind of justice is this?" he asked.

Of the three former top officials sentenced to death today, the urbane Aziz was by far the most prominent figure.

In 2009, he was jailed for 15 years for the 1992 execution of 42 Baghdad wholesalers and separately given a seven-year term for his role in expelling Kurds from Iraq's north. He pleaded not guilty on all counts.

Among Saddam's few surviving top cohorts, Aziz turned himself in to US forces in April 2003, days after the fall of Baghdad.

Named foreign minister in 1983 and then deputy prime minister in 1991, Aziz exploited his mastery of English to put a gloss on Saddam Hussein's murderous regime for two decades.

As Saddam's principal spokesman, the bespectacled Aziz -- the only Christian in the dictator's inner circle -- was a recognisable figure internationally whose rise was attributed to unswerving loyalty to his master.

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Aussie PM flays hurling of shoe at Howard PTI MELBOURNE, OCT 26

Condemning the hurling of a shoe at Foreign Minister John Howard, Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard on Tuesday said that there was "no excuse" for such actions. "There's no excuse for that kind of disrespectful conduct towards anyone. It's the wrong thing to do," she told reporters in Melbourne.

While appearing on live television on Monday night, protester Peter Gray threw his shoes at Howard as he shouted "That is for Iraqi dead".

Later, the 30-year-old said he did not plan to lob his Dunlop Volley trainers at the Minister, but became inflamed by Howard's "offensive" reply to a question.

Gray said after the footage was aired on ABC he was flooded with calls from mates who told him he could not throw.

Two shoes were thrown, but neither hit Howard who, was later blindsided when he was quizzed by David Hicks about why he was left at Guantanamo Bay military prison for five-anda-half years.

He had just finished answering questions about the Iraq war when Gray struck.

"A lot of people have told me I throw like a girl," Gray told Jon Faine's ABC talk-back show this morning.

"I was certainly aiming to throw my shoes at him."

Gray criticised Howard on his decision to go to war in Iraq and persistently interrupted the answer before he launched his attack.

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Karzai insisted at a news conference in Kabul on Monday that the payments to his chief of staff -- sometimes as much as USD 980,000 dollars at a time -- were transparent handouts for his presidential office.

"The Islamic Republic of Iran, is deeply concerned about Afghanistan's stability," a foreign ministry spokesman said.

War-hit countries most corrupt AGENCIES LONDON, OCT 26

War-torn states are still seen as being the most corrupt in the world, according to a new report from Transparency International.

The Berlin-based watchdog monitors perceived corruption and has published its annual report, based on a poll of businesses and people in 178 nations.

The worst country is Somalia, followed by Burma, Afghanistan and Iraq.

Denmark, New Zealand and Singapore tie for top place as the world's least corrupt countries, with the UK 20th.

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Nepal’s Poudyal fails floor test PTI KATHMANDU, OCT 26

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Chile and Uruguay are rated the least-corrupt countries in Latin America. In the Middle East, the best placed is Qatar.

Top-rated African nation is Botswana, in 33rd place.

Transparency International concludes that some countries have become more corrupt in the past year, particularly the Czech Republic, Hungary, Italy and the US. Despite falling down the list, perhaps because of corruption revealed by the financial crash, the US still comes near the top at number 22.

Shanghai-Hangzhou high speed rail link inaugurated

Nepalese lawmakers failed to end the uncertainty over the formation of a new government today as Nepali Congress leader Ram Chandra Poudyal, the sole candidate for the post of prime minister, was unable to garner a majority support for an unprecedented 13th time in a row.

Nearly four months after the 22-party coalition led by Prime Minister Madhav Kumar Nepal collapsed, 13 rounds of elections in Parliament have so far failed to elect a new leader.

65-year-old Poudyal, who is adamant over not quitting the race despite a boycott of the process by the main opposition Maoists and CPN-UML, secured 98 votes in the 601-member Constituent Assembly.

UK police training to foil Mumbai-style attack PTI LONDON, OCT 26

Britain's elite Special Air Services (SAS) commandos are running a series of counter-terrorism exercises to train police forces to foil "Mumbai-style" attacks on English soil, weeks after security agencies sounded an Europewide alert of an impending alQaeda strike.

"The UK security chief ordered an acceleration in police training to prepare for any future Mumbai-style terror strikes in public places," BBC reported quoting top officials.

Police Armed Response Units

are being given more powerful weapons to deal with multiple terrorists going on rampage with automatic weapons.

"This is the first time Metropolitan police have been asked to undertake specialized training," BBC said quoting a Whitehall official.

They said plans had been drawn for a SAS unit to be stationed in London throughout the 2012 Olympics. The SAS is considered the world's most lethal specialized forces specially in combating terror threats.

The mobilization of SAS and

their imparting training to Metropolitan police units comes as last month intelligence sources had uncovered the early stages of an al-Qaeda plot to carry out coordinated attacks in the UK, France and Germany.

BBC said suspects were planning to copy the 2008 attacks in the India's financial capital Mumbai where 10 gunmen went on a three-day rampage killing 166 people and wounding more than 300.

"Prime Minister David Cameroon has taken a personal interest in the problem ever since the first threat assessment

was given to him when he took office in May," it said.

"Now police armed response units are getting their firepower and stocks of ammunitions increased to deal with multipleterror threat."

Security officials told BBC that plans were being put into place to have SAS level trained troops in every part of the country to be able to respond in the time scale you would need.

A Home Office spokesperson said: "We do not comment on intelligence or operational matters, or specific threats. The police regularly train and exercise

for a variety of scenarios with a variety of partners.

"The police have established procedures in place to deal with a terrorist incident which are constantly updated. It is right that we learn the lessons from previous incidents and that these inform and strengthen such procedures.

"We know we face a real and serious threat from terrorism.

The overall threat level, set by JTAC (Joint Terrorism Analysis Centre), remains at severe which means that an attack is highly likely. This has not changed."

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China's latest new high-speed passenger rail line went into service Tuesday, halving travel time to 45 minutes between Shanghai and the eastern lake city of Hangzhou, officials said.

The line expands China's rapid rail network to more than 7,430 kilometres (4,620 miles) as the nation continues to invest in building the world's largest high-speed train system, the rail authority said in a statement.

"The completion of the new rail line between Shanghai and Hangzhou will accelerate the pace of integration in the Yangtze River Delta," Shanghai Mayor Han Zheng said at an inauguration ceremony.

Officials did not say how much the 202-kilo-

metre line cost, but previous state media reports put total investment at 29.3 billion yuan (4.4 billion dollars).

At a travelling speed of 350 kilometres per hour, the line will cut travel time between the two cities from 90 to 45 minutes.

During a trial run on September 28, the train set a new speed record of 416.6 kilometres per hour, the statement said. Construction on the new line began in February 2009.

China is rapidly expanding and upgrading its railway network amid increased pressures on its transportation system.

The railway authority said in July that China would spend about 120 billion dollars to nearly double the country's high-speed rail network by 2012.

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BoI net at Rs 617 cr

No regulator for MFIs as of now: FM PTI NEW DELHI, OCT 26

Alok K Misra, CMD, Bank of India addressingthe media in the presence of B A Prabhakar and M Narendra, executive directors, BoI.

PANJIM (HBD) -- Operating profit for the quarter Q2 FY 2010-2011 rose by 174 crore to Rs 1,380 crore (14.4% growth) as against Rs 1,205 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous year, despite challenging conditions on treasury front.

Net profit of Rs 617 crore registered for Q2 FY 2010-2011 compared to Rs 323 crore in the 2nd quarter of previous year, registering a growth of 90 per cent.

Net interest income rose to Rs 1,776 crore from Rs 1,409 crore for Q2 FY 2009-2010, a growth of 26 %.

Cost to Income Ratio is at 41.55% as of September 30, 2010 from 42.15% in the corresponding period of the previous year Return on Equity (RoE) improved to 18.29% as of September 2010 as against 10.88% in the 1st quarter of previous year.

Return on Assets (RoA) is at 0.87% compared to 0.55% as at Q2 FY 09-10.

EPS (not annualised) and book value showed improvement to Rs 11.74 and Rs 262.36 as on September 30, 2010 from Rs10.88 and Rs 229.15 respectively in the previous year.

Capital Adequacy Ratio (CRAR) is at 13.04% as on 30th September 2010 as per Basel II.

Mercedes-Benz unveils Star Fascination Fest 2010

The Government today said it is not mulling a regulator for microfinance institutions (MFIs), but wanted them to evolve a code for themselves, even as these lenders draw criticism over their exorbitant interest rates and coercive recovery methods.

At Economic Editors' Conference here, Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee said he has suggested to the Andhra Pradesh Govt to address some stringent provisions of its recently promulgated ordinance to rein in MFIs. "I am not currently thinking of appointing any regulator right now... As we expect there should be a code evolved by the institutions themselves where rate of interest are not abnormally high and there should not be a coercive mechanism to recover the money," Mukherjee said.

There have been speculations that Nabard could be appointed as regulator for MFIs,

as they do not come under separate regulation as of now.

Industry chamber Assocham has asked the government to set up an effective regulating body and put a cap on the interest rates charged by MFIs. "The confidence of the people in microfinance model of development has shaken by the practices of unscrupulous microfinance institutions functioning in the rural areas of the country," Assocham said.

Andhra Pradesh government recently promulgated an ordinance to check MFIs, after a number of suicides were reported in the state, allegedly due to strong-arm tactics of MFIs for recovery of loans.

The ordinance makes it mandatory for all MFIs in Andhra Pradesh to register with the district Registering Authority, the Project Director (PD) of District Rural Development Agency (DRDA) for rural areas and PD of MEMPA for urban areas.

Now, MFIs will have to specify the area and system of their

operations, the rate of interest and recovery mechanism while registering with the Registering Authority.

The registering authority may at any time either suo moto or upon receipt of complaints by Self-Help Groups (SHGs) or the general public can cancel the registration of the MFI after assigning sufficient reasons.

The Finance Minister said, "In respect of the ordinance which the Andhra Pradesh government has issued...I had a talk with Chief Minister over phone and suggested certain corrections in the ordinance...to see that the harsh provisions are taken care of."

He said MFIs should ensure that the borrower is in a position to pay back the money and as such lending should be mainly directed towards the productive borrowing not so much towards consumption.

The RBI has also constituted a sub-committee to look into the functioning of MFIs.

R-Com starts SMS based Con calls

Tata to foray into footwear retail PTI MUMBAI, OCT 26

AGENCY MUMBAI, OCT 26

Telecom service provider Reliance Communications Tuesday launched SMS based voice conference calls as an extension to its product Group Talk, a handset independent mobile conferencing service.

This service will be made available to all Reliance Mobile GSM and CDMA subscribers using any handset through the 'SMS based mobile conferencing' solution from US-based Kodiak Networks, a global leader of group communications solutions, the company said in a statement.

It will allow customers to establish a conference call among a group of nine contacts with single SMS, it added.

Group Talk service was launched early last year as a mobile conferencing service on handsets with Java, Brew, Symbian operating systems and Blackberry handsets. Now with this launch, mobile-centric conferencing facility can be availed from any handset.

The subscription price of the Group Talk is Rs 40 per month.

Tata group company, Tata International, will foray into footwear retailing with the launch of Tashi, a specialty footwear retail chain.

The company will open its first retail store in the metropolis tomorrow and plans to rollout at least six exclusive Tashi outlets in the first phase over the next 15-days-to one-month.

These six stores will be in Mumbai, New Delhi and Chandigarh, a company statement said.

The specialty footwear retail chain will have exclusive stores located at high streets, major city markets and leading malls to ensure maximum brand visibility and customer accessibility.

Tata International has a history in the leather business having collaborated with international fashion brands and retailers in the manufacturing, design and supply of footwear and accessories.

The Indian footwear retail market is estimated at Rs

Govt to go for disinvestment in 7 more Cos PTI NEW DELHI, OCT 26

Aakash Khaunte, MD Alcon Goa and Suhas Kadlaskar, director - corporate affairs, Human Resource and IT, Mercedes-Benz India unveil the exclusive 'Inspired by Mercedes Collection by designer Manish Arora at the Star Fascination Fest 2010 in Goa.

PANJIM (HBD) -- Mercedes-Benz India announced the roll-out of the ‘Star Fascination Fest 2010’ in Goa. The event saw the unveiling of the distinctive “Inspired by Mercedes” collection by designer Manish Arora.

“Mercedes-showrooms have been designed with the whole family in mind. The objective is to engage people with the innovations and stories that have shaped automotive history and ignite young people’s passion for the future. They are a lifestyle statement complete with gaming consoles, designer accessories, high-end café, interactive virtual experience zones and drives total brand experience.” Suhas Kadlaskar, director - corporate affairs, Human Resource and IT, Mercedes-Benz India.

Experience: The several brand experiences introduced across all Mercedes-Benz dealership include: ‘Range of exclusive car displays’ – C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, GL-Class, E-Class Cabriolet & E-Class Coupe; ‘SLS AMG Play Station’ - 3D simulator ride that offers a first hand virtual driving experience of the gull winged SLS AMG; ‘Mercedes-Benz Experience Zone’ – Interactive applications that offer the complete profile of Mercedes-Benz products, 360 degree view of all car models, colour configurator, product images, brochures, technical specifications details, videos at a single touch; ‘BlueFi Technology’ - Product contents delivered to every visitor via Bluetooth technology; Mercedes-Benz accessories and Mercedes Magazines.

Lifestyle: Retail launch of exclusive collection – ‘Inspired by Mercedes’ by renowned fashion designer. Manish Arora drew inspiration from the fascinating cars for the Pure Fascination collection.

Passion: The Star Fascination Fest 2010 stems out of this very strong lifestyle appeal that offers a rewarding experience to the car aficionados, technology fans and fashion enthusiasts who visit the dealership. Visitors at the Mercedes-Benz dealerships will enter an experiential and interactive world that immerses them in the passion, heritage, values and innovation of the MercedesBenz brand.

Sensex sheds 82 points on profit-booking; RIL, Maruti rise PTI MUMBAI, OCT 26

Stock market benchmark Sensex today shed 82 points on profit booking, mainly in banking and metal stocks, amid weak global sentiment. The Bombay Stock Exchange’s 30-share barometer, that rose 137 points in the last session, ended at 20,221.39, down 81.73 points, or 0.40 per cent.

The wide-based 50-share Nifty Index of the National Stock Exchange finished 0.39 per cent lower at 6,082.

Marketmen said profit booking at existing higher level and the concerns of a possible rate hike by the RBI in the first week of next month weighed on investor sentiment.

The government is likely to dilute its stake in 7 more companies this fiscal, including 10 per cent disinvestment in Indian Oil Corporation in January and SAIL''s stake sale in February, to meet the target of raising Rs 40,000 crore.

The public issue of PowerGrid is expected in the second week of November and of Manganese Ore India Ltd towards the end of November.

SBI Life H1 FY11 net at Rs 217 cr PTI MUMBAI, OCT 26

SBI Life Insurance has posted a net profit of Rs 217-crore during the first-half of FY 11, up 87 per cent over the year-ago period.

Total premium increased by 42 per cent to Rs 4,830-crore during the period. New business premium surged to Rs 3,173-crore, recording a growth of 30 per cent over the corresponding period last year, according to a press release.

SBI Life's MD and CEO, M N Rao, said, "despite the challenging environment prevailing during the period, our enhanced holistic performance testifies customers’ immense trust in the brand."

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That would be followed by Shipping Corporation in the first week of December, while Hindustan Copper public subscription would open on the second week of December, according to the background note of Finance Ministry for the Economic Editors'' Conference that began today.

"The department of disinvestment is hopeful of achieving this (Rs 40,000 crore) number," it added.

The new year will begin with the 20 per cent follow

on offering (FPO) of IOC in January, followed by SAIL''s disinvestment in February.

"The follow-on public offering by way of disinvestment of 10 per cent of paid-up equity capital of the company (IOC) in conjunction with issue of fresh equity of equal size by the company is expected to open for public subscription in January 2011," the not said.

The FPO by way of disinvestment of 5 per cent of paid up capital of SAIL in conjunction

with issue of fresh equity of equal size of the company is expected to open for public subscription in February 2011.

The stake sale in Oil and Natural Gas Corporation of India is also under consideration for the current financial year, 2010-11.

Aiming to raise Rs 40,000 crore through disinvestment this fiscal, the government has mopped up Rs 1,062 crore by divesting stake in Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam, and Rs 960 crore through Engineers India

China to set up store chain in rural areas AGENCY BEIJING, OCT 26

China plans to establish a major store chain in rural areas across the country, a media report said Tuesday.

It is expected to help promote the government's fiveyear strategy to boost consumption, China Daily reported.

'By the end of the 12th FiveYear Plan all the counties and 90 percent of the administrative villages will have rural chain stores,' said Chang Xiaochun, director of the market development department of the commerce ministry.

'The government will inject

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more funds into the project in the next five years to realise the goal,' Chang said Monday.

By the end of 2010, the government will spend 4.3 billion yuan ($646 million) to build a network of 520,000 stores in 80 percent of the counties and 65 percent of the villages.

The network is expected to generate 'sales of more than 200 billion yuan this year', said Chang.

Fang Aiqing, assistant commerce minister, said it will play a major role in the country's economic transformation.

'Domestic consumption will be given top priority in the

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Hdfc Ltd, 709, 709, 695, 696.35 Hero Honda M, 1869, 1878.85, 1855, 1864.2 Hindalco in, 221.5, 222, 216.2, 217.75 Hindustan Co, 63.6, 63.9, 63, 63.3 Hindustan Ma, 73.45, 74.4, 72.75, 73 Hindustan Pe, 500.95, 502.5, 491, 491.9 Hindustan Un, 307.2, 307.5, 297.65, 298.25 Hindustan Zi, 1269, 1270.95, 1248, 1255.4 Housing Dev, 269.9, 270.9, 265.25, 266.15 Icici Bank L, 1142, 1143, 1127, 1131.15 Idea Cellula, 72, 72, 69, 69.45 Ifci Ltd, 73.75, 74.2, 72.75, 73.1 India Cement, 116.55, 117.55, 115, 115.95 India Infoli, 118.6, 118.6, 114.7, 115.6 Indiabulls F, 218, 219, 208.3, 211.25 Indiabulls R, 210.9, 211.4, 203.55, 204.6 Indian Bank, 305, 307.95, 301.5, 305.1 Indian Hotel, 99.8, 102.05, 99.05, 101.85 Indian Oil C, 432.5, 432.5, 424.05, 424.7 Indian Overs, 163.8, 169, 162.9, 168.2 Indus Dev Ba, 170.1, 172.65, 169.15, 171.2 Indusind Ban, 275, 275.85, 266.25, 270.65

Nestle recalls candy AGENCY NEW YORK, OCT 26

next one or even two decades, and the potential of rural consumption will have to be fully tapped,' Fang was quoted as saying.

According to China's National Bureau of Statistics, the average annual income of the rural residents grew by 13.1 percent to 4,869 yuan in the first three quarters of 2010.

The figure was 2.6 percentage points higher than the growth for urban residents during the same period.

Fang said: 'The export-driven model will have to be changed into one that is led by domestic consumption.'

Infosys Tech, 3020, 3043.3, 3002.7, 3013.85 Infra. dev., 207, 211.2, 206.2, 208.85 Ispat Indust, 21.2, 21.2, 20.5, 20.65 Itc Ltd, 170.35, 173.35, 169.1, 171.75 Ivrcl Infras, 154.9, 155.5, 152.25, 152.75 Jai Corp Lim, 252.6, 255.5, 249, 250.95 Jaiprakash A, 126.4, 127.5, 125.2, 127.05 Jet Airways, 785.1, 793.7, 780.6, 787.6 Jindal Saw L, 225.5, 229.65, 223.1, 224.2 Jindal Steel, 720.95, 725.4, 699, 705.95 Jsw Steel Li, 1245, 1248.55, 1212.35, 1225.75 Kotak Mahind, 503.2, 503.2, 490.7, 492.1 Lakshmi Mach, 2818, 2818, 2661.4, 2704.3 Lanco Infrat, 66.15, 68.55, 63.35, 67.8 Larsen & Tou, 2033, 2049.7, 2015, 2040.55 Lic Housing, 1375, 1382.7, 1370, 1376.15 Lupin Limite, 455, 460.4, 439.5, 441.2 Mahanagar Te, 71, 71.5, 68.65, 69.1 Mahindra & M, 719.2, 728.4, 715, 716.95 Maruti Suzuk, 1517.95, 1585, 1511, 1566.8 Max India Lt, 168.5, 170.2, 165, 165.95 Maytas Infr., 200, 202.5, 196.2, 197.95 Moser-baer (, 68.8, 69.5, 67.4, 67.8

FPO. Besides, it will raise over Rs 15,000 crore from Coal India public issue which closed last week. Last fiscal, it had raised Rs 23,553 crore through stake sale in Oil India, NMDC, REC and NTPC. The department of disinvestment is in talks with concerned ministries for finalising the quantum of divestment in PSUs like MMTC, Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited, Power Fin Corp, among others.

Nestle USA has announced the recall of a candy product that may contain 'undeclared' peanuts over concerns that it may cause allergic reactions in some people, a media report said.

The recall involves the Raisinets Fun Size candy, Xinhua reported citing CBS. 'People who have allergies or severe sensitivity to peanuts run the risk of serious or lifethreatening allergic reaction if they consume these products,' it said.

The affected product was distributed only in the US, according to Nestle, which reported that three complaints have been received to date.

Mrpl, 84.3, 84.8, 82.15, 82.5 Nagarjuna Co, 152.55, 153.5, 151.75, 152.6 Nagarjuna Fe, 34.25, 34.8, 33.8, 34 National Alu, 400, 404.75, 395.55, 396.55 Neyveli Lign, 167.1, 167.7, 165.4, 165.9 Ntpc Ltd, 207.95, 208.65, 204.35, 205.25 Oil And Natu, 1354.9, 1354.9, 1320, 1324.2 Omaxe Limite, 147, 151.8, 147, 150.15 Oriental Ban, 504, 510, 499.55, 502.15 Pantaloon Re, 475, 482.45, 474, 479.25 Parsvnath De, 71, 71.5, 68.4, 68.8 Petronet Lng, 122, 122.2, 117.1, 117.65 Power Fin Co, 376, 376, 368, 372.4 Power Grid C, 104, 104.4, 101.8, 102.2 Praj Industr, 72, 72.85, 71.55, 72.35 Punj Lloyd L, 128, 128.9, 126.1, 126.7 Punjab Natio, 1350, 1356, 1339, 1344.8 Rajesh Expor, 110.1, 113.1, 109, 109.45 Ranbaxy Labs, 615, 615, 597, 600.3 Rashtriya Ch, 104.4, 107.2, 104, 104.5 Rel. nat. re, 39.8, 40, 39.35, 39.5 Reliance Cap, 831.85, 862.6, 828.95, 858.85 Reliance Com, 179.55, 180.5, 175.3,

16,000-crores and is growing at a CAGR of over 15 per cent.

With the increase in per capita consumption, changing lifestyles and greater fashion consciousness of the Indian consumer, the organised footwear retail space is on the threshold of expanding rapidly, the company statement said.

Tata International is the global trading arm of the Tata Group and India’s leading leather and leather-products exporter.

BOARD MEETINGS 3M India Phillips Carbon HCL Infosystems Piramal Glass Ace India Adarsh Plant Aditya Birla Chem Hindustan Copper Ambika Cotton Prism Cement Hindustan Org HT Media Asian Paints IFCI India Infoline Bajaj Elect Shriram Trans Bata India Indian Hotels Bharat Bijlee Blue Star Info Cera Sanitary Karur Vysya Bank Cholamandalam Inv Cummins India Dabur India Kirloskar Pneu Dolphin Offsh LIC Housing Fin Elecon Engr Mahindra Ugine Torrent Power Max India Triumph Intl Everonn MIC Electronics Union Bank United Spirits Firstsource Sol Usha Martin Gati Glenmark Pharma Wire & Wireless Godrej Inds Patni Computer Zee News Source: Indiainfoline.com

175.75 Reliance Ene, 1195, 1250, 1195, 1210 Reliance Ind, 874, 887.95, 872.1, 875.75 Reliance Ind, 1090.9, 1100.95, 1087.1, 1098.85 Reliance Pow, 160.7, 161.85, 159.4, 159.8 Rolta India, 170, 174, 169.55, 172.4 Satyam Compu, 82.7, 83.4, 80.5, 80.85 Sesa Goa Ltd, 337.85, 338.9, 329.1, 329.7 Shipping Cor, 182.15, 183.85, 180, 180.55 Siemens Ltd, 840, 844.75, 828, 829.75 Sintex Indus, 424.2, 430, 408.5, 413.2 Sobha Develo, 376, 379.8, 374.1, 377 State Bank O, 3234, 3234, 3174, 3180.8 Steel Author, 220.7, 221.55, 216.3, 218.6 Sterlite Ind, 173.5, 173.7, 168.65, 172.2 Sun Pharmace, 2146.95, 2147, 2113, 2128.45 Sun Tv Netwo, 518.15, 521.9, 510.55, 513 Suzlon Energ, 58.7, 59, 58, 58.2 Tata Communi, 322.6, 322.6, 313, 314.15 Tata Consult, 1063.5, 1067.75, 1041.55, 1062.6 Tata Motors, 1185.8, 1200, 1178.55, 1194.75

Tata Power C, 1411, 1432, 1405, 1412.9 Tata Steel L, 621.6, 624.95, 602.8, 605.65 Tata Teleser, 24, 24.55, 23.5, 23.9 Tech Mahindr, 770.05, 801.7, 769.95, 786.35 The Ge Shpg., 337.1, 341.4, 329, 330.4 The Phoenix, 251, 256.8, 251, 253.95 Thermax Ltd, 788, 790, 782.6, 784.35 Titan Indust, 3310, 3514.5, 3310, 3491.05 Torrent Powe, 313, 314, 307.2, 309.15 Triveni Engg, 118.5, 123.25, 116.9, 122.4 Tv18 India L, 87.95, 88.8, 86.1, 88.15 Uco Bank, 131.85, 135.5, 129.15, 134.45 Ultratech Ce, 1082.6, 1109, 1078.1, 1100.15 Union Bank O, 414, 420.5, 412.1, 417.9 Unitech Ltd, 90, 90.55, 89.3, 89.7 United Phosp, 218.3, 218.3, 198.65, 200.8 Videocon Ind, 265.8, 270.95, 264.25, 267 Vijaya Bank, 109.9, 111.1, 107.9, 110.2 Voltas Ltd, 244.9, 245.7, 237.4, 241.1 Wipro Ltd, 426.05, 438.75, 425.7, 430.4 Yes Bank Lim, 373, 380, 369.65, 378.85 Zee Entertai, 285.5, 285.5, 274.8, 277.6

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Growth rate to revert to 9% soon; inflation a concern: FM PTI NEW DELHI, OCT 26

Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee today exuded confidence that economy would shortly revert to nine per cent growth rate but identified rising prices as a major concern, although inflation has declined to 8.6 per cent from double digits in June.

For India, the ideal inflation rate would be 4-5 per cent although it may be difficult to attain, the minister said while inaugurating the Economic Editors' Conference here.

"I will try to bring it (inflation) down through whatever mechanism we have...it would be ideal if we have 4-5 per cent, but may be difficult. But I do feel that annualised inflation rate would be around six per cent," Mukherjee said.

Inflation, which has emerged as a big political issue, was 8.6

per cent in September. However, food inflation was 15.53 per cent for the week ending October 9.

Attributing inflation mainly to rising food prices, Mukherjee said, "in terms of consumer price indices (retail prices), inflation in the three major groups â&#x20AC;&#x201C; industrial workers, agricultural labour and rural labour -- have come down to single digit level."

As regards economic growth, Mukherjee said he hoped it would be 8.5 per cent (plus/minuus 0.25 per cent) during 2009-10, rising further to 9 per cent in short term.

"It is reasonable to expect that the economy will go back to robust growth path of around 9 per cent average that it was before the global crisis slowed it down", Mukherjee said.

Having achieved over 9 per

cent rate for the three consecutive years, the economic growth dipped to 6.7 per cent during 2008-09, mainly on account of the global financial meltdown. However, it picked up to 7.4 per cent in 2009-10 and recorded 8.8 per cent in first quarter of the current fiscal.

"There has been a revival in investment and private consumption demand, though the recovery is yet to attain the p r e - 2 0 0 8 momentum...favourable market conditions with improvement in capital flows and business sentiments are also encouraging", Mukherjee said.

He added that the exports were picking up, manufacturing sector is showing buoyancy and corporate earnings and profit margins have picked up substantially.

Prime Minister Manmohan

Singh too had said, in Tokyo this week, that the Indian economy will revert to high growth path of nine per cent from next fiscal and even achieve double digit expansion in coming years.

"It is my expectation that we will return to a 9 per cent growth path in 2011-12. I am confident that the strong fundamentals of the Indian economy will enable us to achieve our objective of double digit in the coming years," Singh had said.

Mukherjee said that despite "continued concerns on inflation" the macroeconomic environment, both domestic and on the external front, was far more comforting at present than the last year.

Referring to fiscal issues, the Minister said, the government would continue to gradually withdraw the stimulus that was

PSU banks to recruit 85k staff in 3 yrs

provided by the government to help the economy combat the impact of the global financial meltdown of 2008.

"It is our intention to have a gradual and sequenced exit from stimulus, keeping in focus long-term fiscal sustainability concerns", he said, adding the process would be in line with the medium term fiscal strategy and also the recommendations of the Thirteenth Finance Commission.

Since September 2008, the government had provided stimulus totaling around 3 per cent of the GDP to the industry, to stimulate economy and generate demand. These measures mainly included tax reliefs and stepping up public expenditure.

Both the government and the Reserve Bank have been gradually exiting the stimulus to ultimately revert to the pre-

crisis fiscal and monetary policies.

Besides other factors, the Minister said that timely impact of various fiscal and monetary policy measures have contributed to the growth.

"The clear signals of economic recovery necessitated a partial roll back of the fiscal stimulus measures, which I duly reflected in the budget for 2010-11", he said.

The economic recovery, he added, "is broad-based with growth improving in all the three sectors -- industry, services and agriculture...we should look to hit the 9 per cent plus growth path in the near future."

The Minister further said that partial restoration of the tax cuts, expenditure compression, revenue from 3G auction and disinvestment would help the government in meeting the 2010-11 fiscal deficit target of

5.5 per cent, down from 6.7 per cent a year ago.

Referring to high capital inflows, Mukherjee said, "(they) ... have put pressure on the rupee, resulting in its appreciation in the last few months.

This has implications for our exports.

"We have faced similar situation in the past and have overcome it without taking recourse to some of the more stringent policy measures," he added.

Responding to criticism that reforms move at slow pace in India, Mukherjee said, "(they) reflect the democratic sanction process; but nevertheless sure, as it has larger backing...Indian economy will take its rightful place in the global economic order in terms of not only macroeconomic aggregates, but also in terms of human development indices."

Hire local talent to mitigate outsourcing fears: Murthy

PTI NEW DELHI, OCT 26

PTI BANGALORE, OCT 26

Job seekers in the banking sector would have something to cheer about as public sector lenders are going to recruit around 85,000 people in the next three years to meet the manpower shortage. "The PSBs have a tentative plan of recruitment of around 34,000 officers and 51,000 clerks during the next three years for 2010-13," the government said in a background paper for Economic Editors'' Conference prepared by Finance Ministry.

The system of recruitment through Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) will be transparent, speedier and cost effective, it said. The government also informed that it has been decided to entrust IBPS the responsibility to conduct the common recruitment examination for PSBs.

India will have to recruit local people at the front end of its operations to mitigate the discomfort and outsourcing fears, Infosys mentor N R Narayana Murthy said here today.

"We have to make sure we are not very visible in those markets", he said when asked about a possible solution over IT outsourcing concerns faced by Indian companies.

He said there was "bound to be discomfort by any government" if a large percentage of the workforce was of Indian origin. He cited the example of the Indian government's discomfort when China sent people to erect power plants in India.

"The solution for us is to make the front end local, then no one will raise any objection", he said citing the example of China. "Why isn't there uproar against China", he countered, "China exports 1.1 trillion Dollars. Ours is a piddling 50 billion Dollars. Ours is nothing compared to China."

He said the damage done to lower level employment opportunities in the West was because of China's extraordinary performance in exports, but nobody was talking about it because they were not visible.

"The moral of the story is to make sure we are

not very visible in those markets," he said.

"Hire local talent. Hire Englishmen in England, hire Americans in US and the Brazilian in Brazil,â&#x20AC;? he said.

Murthy was addressing a seminar of the All India Management Association (AIMA) titled 'knowledge summit: India - knowledge and professional services to the world - the next decade.

Bharti Wal-Mart to rope in 35k farmers in supply chain PTI NEW DELHI, OCT 26

Looking to scale up sourcing of agricultural products from India, the world''s largest retailer Wal-Mart Stores Inc today said its joint venture with the Bharti Group here will rope in 35,000 farmers by 2015 to its supply chain. "We are already making a contribution to India''s agricultural sector by working with a large number of

Easy Bill to increase its outlets to 20k PTI NEW DELHI, OCT 25

Hero Group-promoted Easy Bill today said it will increase its retail outlets by over three times to over 20,000 by the end of 2012.

The company, through which provides a one-stop shop for paying pay telephone, general insurance or credit card bills, has at present over 6,000 retail outlets across 70 locations in the country.

It is now planning to get into move ticketing business by rolling out the service in South India next month. "We are going at a rate of adding nearly 500 outlets in a month, which is further going to increase.

So, achieving a target of 20,000 retail outlets in the next two years won''t be a problem," Easy Bill Limited MD Rahul Munjal said.

LAUNCH PAD

farmers in Punjab.

I am pleased to announce that Bharti Wal-Mart would be directly sourcing from 35,000 small and medium farmers by 2015," Wal-Mart Stores Inc President and CEO Mike T Duke said here at a function organised by Ficci. At present, the 50:50 cash and carry joint venture, Bharti Wal-Mart, works with 550 farmers in the country.

Elaborating on how the company aims to help the farmers, Duke said: "We will help them by providing skills and technology for crop managememnt.

By doing all these we hope that the farmers will see at least a 20 per cent increase in their income levels.

"He said the company will also be training the farmers on how to utilise usage of water and fertilisers optimally. "This

will benefit one million farmer and farm workers," Duke added.

Commenting on the need for skill upgradation in the retail sector, Duke said the JV will add a third skills training centre in Bangalore in a couple of months. Bharti Enterprises Vice Chairman and Managing Director, Rajan Bharti Mittal said after the Bangalore centre, another skill centre would be set

up at Mohali but did not give a timeline for it.

The Bharti Wal-Mart association currently has two training centres located in Amritsar and Delhi in partnership with the respective state governments.

"The target is to train 40,000 students in the next five years and place at least 15,000 students in the next five years," Duke said.

Already 3,400 students have

already been certified and 1,100 people have been place in jobs, he added. Commenting on the need for further opening up of India''s retail sector to FDI, Duke said: "We want to open more and more stores here and contribute in the training and we do stand ready to contribute much more than what we are doing right now if FDI is opened in retail.

"He said Wal-Mart has been

Use a tablet napkin, pager to order food AGENCY NEW DELHI, OCT 26

How about using a pager to order your food the next time you dine out? Food lovers may soon be able to type their choice of menu and even pay the bill with the help of the gadget placed on their table.

Delhi-based Long Range Systems has introduced the 'guest and dining pager' as part of its wireless solutions for the hospitality industry. It was one of 69 companies that showcased the latest innovations in the sector at the International Hospitality Fair (IHF) here.

The small device, with a keypad and a screen, can be used to type messages to the hotel staff. The message - stating the request and the table number beeps on the wrist pagers worn by waiters.

'I have installed the device at Casino Royale and Alila Diwa in Goa. It acts as a kind of butler on dining table and pool sides.

Almost every eatery in the US has guest pagers on tables,'

ING Life launches new ULIP KOCHI (PTI) -- ING Life Insurance today launched a new Unit Linked Insurance Product-ING Prospering Life which meets wealth accumulation and protection needs of the customers, a top official today said.

The new ULIP comes with a host of customer benefits, including 5 fund options to choose from, Automatic Asset allocation and unlimited switches with partial withdrawals free of charge, T K Uthappa, director- sales ING Life Insurance told reporters here.

The product offers an annualised premium ranging between Rs 48,000 and Rs 96,000 and is competitively priced against other long term investment options, he said. The sum assured is an amount 10 times the annual premium at inception for those below the age of 45 and 7 times the annual premium at inception for those above the age of 45.

The minimum top up premium is Rs 5000.

During April-September last year, the company sold 1.37 lakh policies while it was only 1.12 lakh policies during the same period this year.

Kerala accounts for only 5 per cent of its business of 60 per cent from South India. The company was looking at 20-25 per cent growth in business from south India and 15 per cent from Kerala this fiscal, he said.

Akhil Bagga, CEO of Long Range Systems India, told IANS. The three-day fair, a tourism promotion initiative, was sponsored by the CII and the tourism ministry.

According to Vikram Bakshi, chairman of IHF, tourism contributes 2.5 percent of the country's GDP and has 'outperformed all other industries'.

The hospitality industry is expected to grow at 8.8 percent annually, studies indicate.

'The hospitality sector is extremely eco-conscious and wants to use easy-to-use products,' hospitality industry expert Runit Sawhney said.

Sidharth Goswami, vice-president, sales and marketing, of Delhi-based firm World Culinary Experience, said his company had introduced 'Do you Napkins' - compressed cotton

napkin the size of pills, barely one and a half inches in diameter.

'You take out a tablet, place it on a plate and pour water on it. The napkin unfurls into a 22 inch facial cleansing tissue.

They are biodegradable,' Goswami said.

The compressed range comprises towels, T-shirts, toilet linen and bathrobes, he said.

Santonu Chowdhury, CEO of Kurlon Ltd said: 'Health, portability and innovation are the three guiding principles steering research in the mattress segment.

People spend one-third their lives on bed. Health tops their list of priorities.'

The company's 10-inch Spinal Care mattresses, priced at Rs.1.69 lakh, are its bestsellers, he said.

Shreyas Shipping to raise Rs 100 cr PTI MUMBAI, OCT 26

Shreyas Shipping and Logistics, which returned to making profits in the September quarter, will be raising Rs 100-crore for expansion in the next eightmonths, a top company official said.

The Mumbai-based company posted a net profit of Rs 4.86crore for the July-Sept(Q2 FY 11) period as against a Rs 6.77-crore loss in the same period last year on the back of revival in the shipping and logistics trade.

Shreyas is currently carrying out due diligence for a possible acquisition of a small logistics company which will help it consolidate its presence in the market, its Chairman, Ramesh Ramakrishnan, told newsmen here today.

"The shareholders have given us an approval to raise up to Rs 100-crore...we will be raising the money in 6-8 months. The money raised will be used for expansion," CFO, Vinay Kshirsagar, said.

A substantial portion of the funds to be raised will be through the debt route, he said.

The company has also firmedup plans to acquire two container vessels in view of the increased demand and will also be creating 1,00,000 square feet of warehousing space in the near term, Ramakrishnan said.

Kshirsagar attributed the spurt in numbers to better freight rates which have gone up by up to 15 per cent, a better economic climate and better cost management by the company.

encouraged by the government''s positive approach, specially the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP) paper that came out in June this year. An inter-ministerial committee is currently evaluating the comments of stakeholders on the paper on opening up the politically-sensitive multi-brand retail sector to FDI.

Curtin offers biz courses for Indians AGENCY NEW DELHI, OCT 26

Curtin Singapore, a unit of Australia's Curtin University, has launched three post-graduate business courses for Indian students in Singapore.

The programmes launched here Monday are master of international business, master of finance and graduate certificate in finance.

'Singapore is a very important strategic location in the global markets today and the banking and finance hub of Asian markets,' Curtin Singapore marketing and admissions director Jeremy Histon said.

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SPORTS GOA, Wednesday, 27 October, 2010

MP shuttlers triumph

Results: Narang Cup (boys): Maharashtra bt Gujarat 2-0.

Shubhankar Dey bt Tejas Shah 21-11, 21-12; Sarang Lakhani and Bhishal Das bt Tejas Shah and Aamir Sumra 21-15, 21-13.

Shafi Qureshi Cup (girls): Maharashtra bt Gujarat 2-1. Gauri Ghate bt Anjali Rawat 2-1, 2111, 15-21, 21-11; Saee Purandare and Manasi Gadgil lost to Anjali

Rawat and Nimmi Patel 18-21, 19-21; Riya Pillai bt Nimmi Patel 21-11, 21-10.

Rahimtoola Cup (men): MP bt Chhattisgarh 3-2. Sourabh Verma bt Venkat Gaurav 21-14, 21-10; Prateek Singh lost to Pawan Malik 8-21, 15-21; Vishal Chandwani and Prakash Dhakad lost to Manish Gupta and Venkat Gaurav 21-14, 16-21, 18-21; Anurag Thakkar bt Sanjay Mishra 21-9, 12-21, 21-18; Sourabh Verma and Anurag Thakkar bt Pawan Malik and Himanshu Verma 21-14, 21-18.

Chadha Cup (women): Maharashtra bt MP 2-0. Arundhati Panthwane bt Garima Yadav 2111, 21-10; Gauri Ghate and Sayee Purandare bt Saloni Yadav and Garima Yadav 21-15, 21-15.

Results: Men – 110m hurdles S K Pandharkame (Pune). 400m hurdles V D Ghoglae (Kholapur).

High jump H J Patel (Ghandinagar). 5000m V K Kashte (Mumbai), A J Meshram (Nagpur), A L Nagarkar (Nagpur). Hammer throw Sanjay Pawar (Mumbai), M I Shewale (Nashik), A A Shi-

rodkar (Kholapur).

Women - 1500m Madhuri Gurnule (Nagpur). Long jump Anny Gomes (Goa). Discus Manisha Sudame (Pune).

The meet was inaugurated by Haridass, secretary (personnel) LIC, India, Western Zonal Office, Mumbai in the presence of A. K.

Madhya Pradesh, Rahimtoola cup winners.

HERALD SPORTS DESK PANJIM, OCT 26

MP thumped Chhattisgarh 3-2 in Rahimtoola Cup for men at the NRB inter-state West Zone Badminton Championship at SAG Indoor Stadium, Campal here on Tuesday. Maharashtra emerged victorious in the other three events held for boys, girls and women.

AP, TN win

PANJIM (HSD) -- Andhra Pradesh beat Hyderabad by 88 runs and earn a bonus point.

While Tamil Nadu defeated Kerala by 8 wickets and also earns a bonus point in South Zone U19 Vinoo Mankad Cricket on Tuesday. AP 239 (Shaikh Pasha 79). Hyderabad 151 all out. Kerala 122 all out. Tamil Nadu 126 for 2.

Goa up

MAPUSA (HSR) -- Binatone Singh scored a brace for Goa U-15 team, as they started their campaign in the 33rd Sub-Junior National football championship for Mir Iqbal Hussain trophy on a winning note after trouncing Rajasthan 8-0.

Goa led 3-0 at the breather. Russell Vaz, Jesus D'Souza, Quan Gomes (vice-captain), John Pereira, Sanito Vaz and Klins Mendes (captain) were also on the score sheet for Goa.

Anny Gomes wins LIC’s long jump

D i z n e y D’ S o u s a o f T h a n e emerged fastest woman athlete at LIC's 44th Western Zonal Athletic Meet on Tuesday. P T Manjrekar of Mumbai came second.

Goa’s Anny Gomes won the long jump event in women’s section.

Madhankar, senior divisional manager, Goa, S. C. Acharya, senior divisional manager, Kolhapur, Vrunda Vernekar, senior athletic coach, Goa, Fathima Banu, manager (personnel), Goa Division, B. Majhi, marketing manager, Goa and Vijay Jadhav and Leo Koli.

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HERALD CORRESPONDENT MARGAO, OCT 26

A finely crafted 74 by Karun Nair powered Karnataka to a comfortable 65-run win over Goa in Vinoo Mankad South Zone U19 cricket tournament at Nehru Stadium, Fatorda on Tuesday.

Batting first, Karnataka put up a daunting 245 for 4 in 50 overs. Karun Nair being the principal contributor was well supported by Shishir Bhavan (59) and Liyan Khan (30) who re-

mained not out.

For Goa, Ganesh Narvekar, Shermon Vaz and Darshan Mishal were successful bowlers, scalping one wicket each.

In reply, Goa gave a spirited fight but it was not enough to get the required runs to achieve the target and scored 180 for 8 in 50 overs.

Darshan Mishal’s heroic 63 went in vain as the other batsmen failed to add solidity as they went out cheaply. Nandesh

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Falari (33) and Keenan Vaz (32) were the other contributors with the bat.

For Karnataka, Ronit More and Karun Nair pulled out their superb bowling performance with two wickets each.

Zeeshan Ali, J Sichith and Shreyash Goel shared one wicket each.

With this win, Karnataka collected four points plus a bonus.

Brief score: Karnataka 245 for 4 in 50 overs (Karnataka).

Shashindra 38, Shishir Bhavane 59, Karun Nair 74, Liyan Khan not out 30, Dinesh Borwankar not out 15. Sayed Badiuzamma 1-18, Ganeshraj Narvekar 1-48, Sharman Vaz 1-40, Darshan Misal 1-52 beat Goa, 180 for 8 in 50 overs Nandesh Falari 33, Keenan Vaz 32, Darshan Misal not out 63, Vitthal Gawas 16 runs. Ronit More 2-21, H. S. Sharath 1-15, Zeeshan Ali 1-45, J. Suchith 1-24, Shreyash Gopal 1-29, Karun Nair 2-27.

Siridao, Jawahar qualify; Cross Boys win HERALD SPORTS REPORTER MAPUSA, OCT 26

Jawahar Club qualified for the play-offs after holding on to defeat Siridao Sports Club 2-1 in GFA’s Third Division at Taleigao ground on Tuesday. Jawahar led 2-0 at the breather.

Although Siridao lost the

match, they still managed to qualify in top spot with ten points. Jawahar were second with ten points. St Estevam also finished on ten points but had an inferior goal difference. Batim Youth Club finished on five points, followed by United Club of Mardol with four points and

Carabolim Sports Club finished last with three points.

Jawahar took the lead in the fifth minute after Agnelo D’Souza headed in a free kick.

Eight minutes before the interval, Jawahar doubled the lead through Janifar Clemente/ Five minutes from end, Siri-

dao scored a consolation goal through Steven Gracias who beat the off-side trap and punted home past Jawahar keeper Marvil Soares.

In another match at Tilak Maidan, Vasco, Cross Boys defeated Chicalim Youth Club 42.

Rolex stars in Naikavaddo B victory HERALD CORRESPONDENT CALANGUTE, OCT 26

A brilliant hat-trick by Rolex helped Naikavaddo B trounce Khobravaddo A 3-1 to move into

the quarter-finals of Calangute Panchayat Cup inter-ward football tournament organised by Calangute Association at Poriat ground, Calangute on Tuesday.

Naikavaddo led 2-1 at the break.

Naikavaddo shot into the lead through Rolex in the 10th minute which was doubled

within minutes. Khobravaddo pulled one back through Joshua.

Changing over, Rolex scored his third goal to complete the hat-trick.

HERALD SPORTS DESK PANJIM, OCT 26

tracts, among other matters.

The team – Tokuaki Suzuki (Director of Competitions), Maksad Glychnamedov (Development Manager, Pro Football Project Dept), Kim Tai Hyung (Communications Manager, Club Competition Dept), Kuan Weehong (Director of Internal Audit Dept), Khan Hunbg Meng (De-

velopment Officer, Coach Education Dept), Mahajan Vassudevan (Sports Lawyer, Legal Dept).

They will be accompanied by Suanndo Dar, CEO I-League, AIFF and Suresh Rajan (Sr Manager, I-League, AIFF).

The team is coming to Goa after visiting Kolkata, Mumbai and Pune.

AFC team coming today

A six-member delegation from AFC, Malaysia, will arrive tomorrow for assessing the criteria for qualification as professional clubs of Churchill Bros, Dempo and Salgaocar, currently in the I-League.

The team will inspect the venues of home matches, training grounds, offices of the clubs, administration departments, youth development programmes, ownership, finances and players con-

1st NOV 10.30 AM KALA AC HALL

Pilerne pip Calangute HERALD CORRESPONDENT CALANGUTE, OCT 26

Pilerne Sports Club shocked hot favourites Calangute Association 3-2 via the tie-breaker to book their place in the finals of 37th Candolim Panchayat Cup intervillage football tournament organised by Candolim Sports Club at Dr. Gustavo Monteiro

Stadium, Candolim on Tuesday.

Mauli, John and Mcdavid missed a couple of gilt-edge chances for Pilerne while Sarvanand worked hard for Calangute.

In the tie-breaker, John Vaz, Mcdavid Dias and Thomas Simoes scored for Pilerne while Cliff Fernandes and Sarvanand Korgaonkar were on target for Calangute.

Goa cagers qualify PANJIM (HSD) -- Goa qualified for the knock-out stage of 61st Junior National Basketball Championship at Vashi, Mumbai. They beat Puducherry 38 – 35. (Angad 17, Royston 5, Gaurav

and Flobert 4 each).

Goa beat Tripura 63 – 44.

(Royston 15, Angad 14, Gaur a v a n d Te r e n c e 9 e a c h , Flobert 6).

UC Benaulim advance

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Karnataka’s 65-run win over Goa

PANJIM (HSD) -- UC Benaulim sailed into the semi-finals defeating Verna SC via the sudden death 7-6 in Lourdes soccer at Utorda on Tuesday.

Verna took the lead in the fifth minute through Vijal Rego. In the dying minutes of the second half Benaulim neutralised the lead through Grayfans Fernandes.

In the penalty shoot-out Denzil Dias, Grayfans Fenandes, Paulwin D'Silva, Ossy Fernandes, Luis Fernandes and Stepson Fernandes netted for Benaulim while Arseno Pereira, Ajay Satarkar, Santan Rego, Mario Noronha and John Fernandes converted for Verna.

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Late Alvernaz Alemao volleyball

PANJIM (HSD) – Our Lady of Piety SC, Buticas, Navelim will organise their 2nd All-Goa late Alvernaz Alemao floodlit volleyball tournament from October 30 to November 6 at Buticas Primary Health Centre, Navelim, court. The winners will pocket Rs 20,000 while the runners-up will take home Rs 15,000. Details may be obtained from Charles on 9766729452 or Leon on 9890841680.

University football selections

PANJIM (HSD) – The Goa University will conduct the second phase of football selections on October 28 at 3 p.m. at university ground, Taleigao to select probables for the football (men) team to participate in West Zone inter-university football championship at Jabalpur from November 7 to 12.

Following players have been asked to report with proper kit.

Soma Korgaonkar, Jonathan Faleiro, Elton D’Souza, David D’Souza, Shelton D’Souza, Arun Kinlekar, Nazarene Pereira, Flody D’Souza, Micky Vaz, Abhay Gawas, Elton Fernandes, Pritesh Sawant, Stnadly Fernandes, Angelo Fernandes, Ramino Estricio, Shadab Shaikh, Arnold Cardozo.

Those who did not attend the first phase of selection trials due to examinations may also attend the trials on October 28.

Goa University physique probables

PANJIM (HSD) -- Kannur University, Kannur (Kerala) will organise All-India inter-university best physique championship on November 11 and 12. Following students have been selected to represent Goa University: Prashant Gauns (Zantye College), Viju Yesso Dessai (Don Bosco, Panjim), Sumit Naik (PES), Harshad Dhulapkar (V.M. Salgaoncar), and Rahul Khedekar (GVM’s).

Students have been asked to report to Milton L. Fernandes, assistant director, physical education and sports, Goa University on October 28 at 3 p.m. at University sports section.

Will’s TT camp in Panjim

PANJIM (HSD) - Will's Table Tennis Club will conduct table tennis training camp for children aged five and above from November 1 for 21 days in Panjim.

Emphasis of the camp will be to create an environment where everyone can participate to their desired level, exchanging knowledge, understanding and ideas, confer with coaches, maintain personal professionalism and to ensure that trainees have an optimum opportunity to reach their goals.

Details may be obtained from Wilbur on 9881903443.

Eslinda Alemao soccer: SC Davorlim v. Union of Chichinim Villagers, Navelim ground, 4.30 p.m.

Rossman Cruz Nagoa soccer: Adarsh YS, Saligao v. Mandopa SC, Navelim, Verna ground, 4.45 p.m.

Lourdes soccer: UC Utorda v.

PY, Nuvem, SAG ground, 4.30 p.m.

37th Candolim Panchayat Cup Kingfisher Pro League football: Sesa FA v. Dempo, Duler soccer semis: Candolim SC v. FC Siolim, Dr. Gustavo Monteiro StaStadium, Mapusa, 4 p.m.

4th All-Goa inter-village Late dium, Candolim, 4.30 p.m.

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Milan sink Napoli, seize 2 place nd

serie a

AC Milan's Zlatan Ibrahimovic, of Sweden (left) tries to dribble past Napoli goalie Morgan De Sanctis in Naples, Italy on Monday.

AGENCIES MILAN, OCT 26

Forgotten man Massimo Oddo, only playing because of a raft of injuries, set up both goals to send AC Milan up to second in Serie A after an action-packed 2-1 win at 10-man Napoli in heavy rain on Monday.

The Rossoneri, who had not won at the intimidating San Paolo for almost 13 years and were booed with almost their every touch, moved above Inter Milan and two points behind leaders Lazio after goals from Robinho and Zlatan Ibrahimovic.

Sixth-placed Napoli had a host of chances and the excellent Ezequiel Lavezzi pulled one back with 12 minutes to go, somehow flicking the ball in off the bar despite being almost flat on the ground.

The ambitious home side, hoping to break into the top

four this term, were ultimately undone by being reduced to 10 men just before halftime when Michele Pazienza handled the ball for a second time to pick up a second booking.

The midfielder turned around and marched off without any protest but Napoli coach Walter Mazzarri, whose designer suit was completely drenched by the downpour, shook his head in disbelief on the touchline.

Milan left back Luca Antonini had his head in his hands for different reasons after 10 minutes when he was involved in a sickening clash with Napoli's Christian Maggio and had to be carried off the field with a neck brace as a precaution.

ON-FIELD BRAWL The visitors were already without injured defenders Thiago Silva, Gianluca Zambrotta, Marek Jankulovski and Ignazio Abate -- as well as Ronaldinho - so 2006 World Cup winner Oddo was called off the bench despite hardly ever featuring these days.

The right back made the most of his chance by performing a neat one-two with Ronaldinho's

Shortlist for FIFA Ballon D’Or AGENCIES JURICH, OCT 26

FIFA have announced their shortlists for this year's illustrious Ballon d'Or, World Coach of the Year and other annual awards to be handed to the year's inspirational sporting heroes.

The winners of which will be announced on January 10, 2011 in Zurich. The gala will include for the second time the FIFA Puskas award for the most beautiful goal and the FIFA Fair Play award among a host of other team and individual accolades.

The eagerly anticipated World

Player of the Year list has been dominated by those who shone in South Africa over the summer, enlightening the world during the FIFA 2 0 1 0 Wo r l d Cup. Holders Spain and semifinalists Germany make up most of the 23man list.

The contenders are: Xabi Alonso (Spain), Dani Alves (Brazil), Iker Casillas (Spain), Cristiano Ronaldo (Por-

tugal), Didier Drogba (Ivory Coast), Samuel Eto'o (Cameroon), Cesc Fabregas ( Sp a i n ) , Asamoah Gyan (Ghana), Julio Cesar (Brazil), Miroslav Klose (Germany), Philipp Lahm (Germany), Maicon (Brazil), T h o m a s Mueller (Germany), Arjen Robben (Netherlands), Bastian Schweinsteiger (Germany), David Villa (Spain),

Xavi (Spain), Carles Puyol (Spain), Andres Iniesta (Spain), Diego Forlan (Uruguay), Lionel Messi (Argentina), Mesut Oezil (Germany), Wesley Sneijder (Netherlands).

In addition, a total of ten coaches have been selected.

Carlo Ancelotti (Chelsea), Vicente del Bosque (Spain), Alex Ferguson (Manchester United), Pep Guardiola (Barcelona), Joachim Loew (Germany), Jose Mourinho (Inter & Real Madrid), Oscar Tabarez (Uruguay), Louis van Gaal (Bayern Munich), Bert van Marwijk (Netherlands), Arsene Wenger (Arsenal).

Maina lift SJ Areal Cup HERALD CORRESPONDENT MARGAO, OCT 26

Maina Sports Club defeated Sao Jose de Areal Sports Club 4-2 via the tie-breaker to emerge champs in 29th Sao Jose de Areal Panchayat Cup inter-village football tournament organised by Sao Jose de Areal Sports Club at Padribhat ground, Sao Jose de Areal on Sunday. There was no score at full time.

Sao Jose went into the attack from the start with their striker Fredrick Endro combining well with the midfielders to put the rival citadel under tremendous pressure.

Sao Jose de Areal nearly broke the deadlock but Agiie Endro’s pile driver was blocked by Maina

goalkeeper Joywin Fernandes with great difficulty.

Maina also had a scoring opportunity at the stroke of the lemon break but their forwards were inept in ideal positions.

Crossing over, Sao Jose de Areal continued to held sway over their opponents and created umpteen forays into the rival territory and came close in surging ahead but Maina goalkeeper Joewin came to his side’s rescue by thwarting Mariano Rebello’s rasping drive.

Maina did not leg behind and attacked the rival citadel but their forwards frittered away scoring chances.

With time running out, Sao Jose de Areal went all out in

search of an elusive match-winner but a goal eluded them despite enjoying lion share of exchanges.

In the ensuing tie-breaker, B r u n o Fe r n a n d e s , Ro q u e Carneiro, Primo Fernandes and Peter Pereira were on target for Maina while Agio Antao and Fredrick Endro converted for Sao Jose de Areal.

Maina were richer by Rs 20,000 while Sao Jose de Areal had to settle for Rs 15,000.

Fo l l o w i n g p r i z e s w e r e awarded: Best half of final Peter Pereira of Maina. Best defender of final Alleluia Fernandes of Sao Jose de Areal. Best goalkeeper of final Joewin Fernandes of Maina. Best forward of final Riao Mascarenhas of Maina. First

scorer of final Bruno Fernandes of Maina. Promising player of tournament Rayman Fernandes of Maina. Highest scorer of tournament Fredrick Endro of Sao Jose de Areal.

Water Resources Minister, Filipe Neri Rodrigues was the chief guest and gave away the prizes.

MLA, Reginaldo Lourenco was the guest of honour. Veena Lourenco, ZP member, Curtorim and Clefasio Dias, former chairperson South Goa ZP member were special guests. Liberata Noronha, sarpanch, Sao Jose de Areal, presided.

Valente Fernandes, secretary, Sao Jose de Areal welcomed. Alberto Tereza, assistant secretary, proposed the vote of thanks.

Tony Travasso compered.

stand-in Robinho, who sidefooted the ball into the corner from just inside the area after 22 minutes.

Oddo's 73rd-minute cross was then headed in by an unmarked Ibrahimovic, who later limped off with a knock but still managed to get involved in an onfield brawl from the bench.

The off-colour Swede and strike partner Alexandre Pato had other efforts for Milan, chastened by a 2-0 defeat at Real Madrid last week but increasingly looking like major challengers for the scudetto for the first time since winning it in 2004.

"It was a difficult match, we defended well and it's a very important three points for us," Robinho told Sky TV. "I'm used to playing further forward but it's fine behind the frontmen too," added Robinho who netted his second league goal of the season after being slow to settle since his August move from Manchester City.

Milan, bidding to stop Inter claiming a sixth straight league title, host old rivals Juventus on Saturday.

AGENCIES STANFORD, OCT 26

Tiger Woods' mistress Loredana Jolie has opened up about her sex relationship with the golfer in her new book, The Real Diary: Lessons from the Good Time Girl to Champion.

The first tell-all from one of Woods' many bedroom conquests claims the "largely endowed" golfer liked three-way sex with women, fantasized about men and was stuck in a marriage to an uncaring gold digger.

"He liked to watch girl-ongirl, and the girls would occasionally join us," the New York

Manchester City have vowed to comply with UEFA's new financial fair-play rules despite lavish investment of more than 500 million dollars in only two years, it was reported Tuesday.

City officials said the club have no intention of breaking regulations set to be introduced next season, which will bar any club from making an aggregate loss of more than 45 million euros over the three seasons from 2011-2012.

Failure to comply with the rules could see clubs excluded from UEFA competitions such as the Champions League and Europa League.

Earlier this month City announced losses of 121 million pounds for the 12 months up to May 31 2010, up from 92.5 million pounds the previous year.

Those figures came after City went on a record spree in the transfer market in a bid to assemble a squad capable of challenging for trophies.

Post quoted her as writing.

"I would make him fantasize."

"I would ask him what if I had another guy here with me while he was there with me. It kind of turned him on a little.

The gossip memoir goes on sale next month, ahead of the first anniversary of the Thanksgiving SUV crash that blew the lid off Woods' sexy shenanigans.

Woods, she gushes, was a sex machine with a heart of gold.

"As a love and sexual partner he is largely endowed and safe sex with him was definitely champion status."

"When I was having my relationship with Tiger. I was like on the seventh cloud especially from a sexual perspective," she raves, apparently confusing Cloud 9 with seventh heaven.

"There is at least no doubt about the fact that Tiger was awesome in bed."

Jolie, baptized Loredana Ferriolo, also reveals that Tiger "loved kissing" and "always used to convince me to send him sexy text messages and picture messages," and she suggests that sometimes a second woman would join them in bed.

ODI garbage stinks

Even as the final One Day International India-Australia match on Sunday, was abandoned without a ball being bowled due to

St Ann’s HS, Tivim, winners (Bardez Taluka) U-17 boys football. They beat Our Lady HS, Saligao 4-2. Standing Sahil Naik, Augustinho Fernandes, Naddem Shaikh, Selwyn Rodrigues, Rohit Shirodkar, Lester Fernandes, Rocky Rajput, Mahin Parwar, Shanu Dharwadkar, Gideon Dovi. Sitting Merwyn Pereira (PE teacher), Sr Joysee T (HM), Gajanan Kambli (SAG Coach), Abel M (captain). Squatting - Deepesh Gawande, Santosh Sutar, Collin Rodrigues, Sunder Singh Patil, Rajat Bhaip, Cedric Fernandes.

AGENCIES LONDON, OCT 26

New details about Tiger’s sex life

HERALD CORRESPONDENT MARGAO, OCT 26

Supercross riders Allan Sequeira (extreme left), Mohammed Kadar (extreme right) who will represent the State in the 4th National MRF supercross championship in Baroda from October 28 to 30 alongwith SAG’s Executive Director V.M. Prabhudesai, joint director (coaching), Bruno Coutinho, asst. secretary, Navin Acharya, pit mechanics Jagdish Patil and Hussian Shaikh and manager Cheryl Sequeira. They will leave on Wednesday.

Man City vow to comply with UEFA rules

wet conditions of the outfield, yet the authorities have failed to clean up the strewn garbage left out at the stadium.

People who came to witness the South Zone Vinoo Mankad cricket tournament were welcomed with foul smell emanating from the garbage. A visit to the stadium showed plastic flags, food bags and breakfast packets strewn all over.

Spectators witnessing the match claimed the odour was unbearable and demanded to know why the authorities were turning a blind eye to the stink.

Indian firm plans Blackburn takeover AGENCIES LONDON, OCT 26

Blackburn Rovers are in takeover talks with Indian company Venky's and hope to complete a sale next month, the English Premier League side said on Tuesday.

Blackburn chairman John Williams said in a statement on the club's website that a series of meetings between officials from Rovers and Venky's have already taken place as well as an "extensive" due diligence process.

"Both parties are hopeful that the transaction will be completed in November," Williams confirmed.

Venky's chairwoman Anuradha Desai said in the statement the company was looking forward to becoming the first Indian owners of a Premier League team.

"We expect to be the first Indian company to acquire a Premier League team and we are particularly delighted that the

team is Blackburn Rovers, with whom we believe we have many shared values and ambitions," Desai said.

Venky's is established as Asia's largest poultry group and has an annual turnover of 1 billion pounds, last year recording a profit of 118 million pounds, according to reports in England.

The company is one of a number of firms which have gone through the process of due diligence and inspected Blackburn's accounts.

The Jack Walker Trust put Rovers up for sale two years ago in the hope of attracting buyers willing to invest in the club, but Venky's is the first company to have satisfied club chiefs about their intentions.

Rovers have been scouring the globe for a potential buyer for several months and manager Sam Allardyce last week said he was looking forward to the prospect of new investment into the team.

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Gambhir looks to regain rhythm AGENCIES NEW DELHI, OCT 26

Gautam Gambhir, the India opening batsman, has said he is happy with his fitness and the next step in his recovery from injury is putting bat to ball again.

Gambhir missed the third Test against Sri Lanka earlier this year and the second Test against Australia because of knee problems.

He has been named in the side that will take on New Zealand in a three-Test series starting November 4 in Ahmedabad.

"It's important to get back into the rhythm," Gambhir told the national daily in an inter-

Nehra to make himself available for Test again PTI NEW DELHI, OCT 26

Nearly six-and-half years after he last played a Test match, speedster Ashish Nehra is now ready to make himself available for the longer version of the game during the upcoming Test series in South Africa in December.

"I had never said that I will not play Test cricket again. It was just that initially after m y comeback, I

wanted to concentrate on the ODIs and Twenty20s. Now that I am back in the national side for one and half years, I feel confident to make a comeback in the Test fold. I will like to make myself available for selection during the South Africa Test series," Nehra told PTI today.

The senior pacer, who last played against Pakistan in Rawalpindi in April, 2004 has taken 44 wickets from 17 Test matches apart from his 146 ODI scalps from 108 matches.

He will be travelling to NCA to continue a strict fitness regimen as he won't be playing in the Test series against New Zealand.

"I am planning to play one Ranji Trophy for Delhi before the New Zealand ODI series to check how my body is holding.

I am enjoying my cricket at the moment and I don't see any reason why I can't make a comeback," the 31-yearold Nehra said.

What has given Nehra confidence is the fact that since he made his comeback against the West Indies in 2009 after India's T20 debacle, he didn't miss out a single match due to injury.

"For me the top-

most priority is the World Cup next year. That is why I have been so choosy about playing in the longer version. But after World Cup, there is lot of Test cricket to be played as India would be playing against England, West Indies. I will like to again play Test cricket with the same intensity that I used to at the start of my career," he said.

The Delhi speedster's availability means good news for another senior-pro Zaheer Khan who has at times lacked support from the other end with both Ishant Sharma and Sreesanth being erratic at times.

"Although I have enjoyed a good phase during 2002-03, I am also enjoying this phase as I have been injury-free. I have been bowling well and have been training hard. So things look good at the moment," Nehra said.

Asked about which among Sourav Ganguly’s team and Mahendra Singh Dhoni’s side is the better one, he refused get drawn into comparison.

"Each side had its share of strengths. That was a great side under Sourav and this side under Dhoni is also showing tremendous results. It helps when you are winning as you start enjoying the game," Nehra concluded.

Would have been great to walk out with Don: Sachin AGENCIES MUMBAI, OCT 26

Sachin Tendulkar has described being voted into ESPNcricinfo's all-time World XI as "unreal", and the team as "extraordinary company to be in".

Tendulkar is the only current player in the XI, the rest of whom are four Australians, three West Indians, two Englishmen and one Pakistani.

Tendulkar said he would have loved to play, talk about the game, and pick the brains of his batting partners in the XI - especially Don Bradman, who once said Tendulkar reminded him of himself.

"It would have been great to play in this dream team, to walk out with Bradman after lunch, or build a partnership with Viv Richards, and talk to Sobers about cricket," Tendulkar told media.

"Just playing and having a conversation with them about cricket. I would liked to have asked Hobbs and Hutton what it was like to play on uncovered wickets, who were the best bowlers they had faced, and of course, the mental aspect of the game."

Tendulkar, whose international career is now in its 21st year, was particularly pleased with the fact that he had played with or watched live nearly 60 per cent of the side.

"I played with Malcolm Marshall in county cricket, I played against Viv Richards in an exhibition game, and Lillee bowled to me at the nets at the MRF Pace Academy, when I was 15," he said.

"It was such a thrill. I remember I called my brother and said to him that Dennis Lillee had bowled to me. So to now find

n I would have loved to play, talk about the game, and pick the brains of his batting partners in the XI -especially Don Bradman, who once said Tendulkar reminded him of himself.

myself in this company is unreal.

I first met him when I was 12.”

Wasim Akram, one of three fast bowlers in the XI, described being picked in the team as one of his biggest achievements.

"I never thought I would play for Pakistan, let alone be picked for an all-time World XI like this.

It is a very special thing, to be picked by these judges and even more of an honour to be in the same team as guys like Sir Don Bradman, Sir Viv Richards, Sir Garry Sobers, Sachin and the others."

Akram said he was happy to be named alongside his bowling hero, Malcolm Marshall.

"A lot of people ask me who was the best bowler I ever saw.

Imran was great, no doubt, very hardworking and shrewd. Dennis Lillee I never really saw, but people tell you obviously about how good he was. But when I rate a bowler, I look at how he did around the world, on different pitches in England, the subcontinent and Australia, and Malcolm Marshall, I feel, was the best of the lot.”

Adam Gilchrist, who is one of three players to make the XI who retired in the last decade (the others were Shane Warne and Akram) said many other wicketkeepers could have been picked instead of him.

"To be one of only four Australian players to be chosen is an absolute honour, although I do think there were several other wicketkeepers, like Rod Marsh, Ian Healy, Mark Boucher or Alan Knott, who could have easily been picked ahead of me in this team," Gilchrist said.

Knott came close to being picked: only eight points separated him and Gilchrist in the final reckoning.

Lillee, who led the fast-bowling list in the votes, said it was an honour to be picked by a jury that was made up of eight Test captains as well as respected historians and writers.

"Looking at the composition of the team, it's hard to question any of those selected. Though some great players have missed out, it would be interesting to pick another world team from those remaining, and I'm sure even that team would push the one that's been selected to the limit," he said.

Beckham to see out Galaxy contract REUTERS LONDON, OCT 26

David Beckham plans to see out the final year of his Los Angeles Galaxy contract and still believes he has an England future at the age of 35.

In an interview shown on British television, the midfielder

added that he would not have any more loan deals after two spells at AC Milan, where an ankle injury in the second stint forced him out of the reckoning for a place at the World Cup in June.

Beckham's Galaxy contract runs out next year and although there is the option next month

of buying out the final 12 months of his deal, he said he was content to stay until 2011. ''I'm definitely going to be here (in Los Angeles) for the rest of my contract,'' the former Manchester United player said. ''My sons go to school here, we're all happy living here, so I can't see us moving.''

view. "I have increased my batting time at the nets and am happy with my fitness."

Gambhir said it was very frustrating to sit and home and watch India playing.

"I watched every bit of the Visakhapatnam game (against Australia) and I missed being part of the team. To be honest, missing out on a game after being dropped feels bad but to sit out with injury and watch other people play feels even worse."

Gambhir chose to rest his knee in the light of the upcoming assignments -- the potentially tough tour to South Africa and the World Cup. He has also spent a lot of time at the Na-

Sinimol chosen for George award

tional Cricket Academy in Bangalore, undergoing rehabilitation.

The biggest challenge, according to him, will be starting from scratch after the layoff.

"When you go out to bat in a match after a long break, you just try to test if you still have the old touch. When you come back from a break, you need time to get used to things around you. If you look, I haven't played much in the last three months. It's a challenge that I am now looking forward to meet."

Gambhir believed he had done enough to merit a place in the side for the 2011 World Cup that will be hosted in the

Dhoni credits team for succes PTI KOLKATA, OCT 26

PTI KANNUR, OCT 26

Arjuna awardee Sinimol Paulose has been chosen as the 'best State sportsperson' for the prestigious Jimmy George Foundation award 2010.

Announcing this here today, Jose George, chairman of Jimmy George Foundation, said the award, with Rs 25,000 as cash prize and a statuette, would be bestowed on the athlete in the first week of December at nearby Theravoor in Kannur district.

A five-member panel comprising Jose George, Olympian Suresh Babu, Robert Bobby George, D Deva Prasad and Sebastian George would be present during the occasion. A senior accounts official, Sinimole was the national champion in 2006, 2007 and 2008 in 800 metre and 1500 metre.

Skipper of the No. 1 Test side, Mahendra Singh Dhoni today attributed his success to the team and said he was lucky to get a good side.

"I am a successful captain because I have got a good team. Cricket is all about a team game. I have got some great players who back each other, help each other and that really helps the cause of the team," Dhoni said of his side which boasts of Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, V V S Laxman and V irender Sehwag.

Asked about India's preparation for the

World Cup next year, Dhoni said, "It's about four months away which seems a short time, but we have two series against New Zealand at home and South Africa away, in between. I really hope that the top players don't get injured and are available."

Dhoni was at a promotional programme with wife Sakshi Singh Rawat who hails from Kolkata.

ture was formed.

The investors include corporate firms Anchor Earth, Parinee Developers, Rosy Blue and Film Wave - who hold 75 per cent of the equity.

The remaining 25 per cent has been given to the family of Gaekwads -- Shailendra, his brother Ravi and their parents, plus a few others, all part of the group of promoters -Rendezvous Sports World -as free equity for services rendered in successfully bidding for the franchise.

The Board had given the franchise 10 days' time on October 10 to resolve their internal differences and the franchise responded by submitting a letter to the BCCI on the last day of the deadline -- Oct 20.

PTI NEW DELHI, OCT 26

The BCCI today said it was not aware of the Kochi consortium's "links" with ex-India captain Sunil Gavaskar, who was a member of the IPL’s Governing Council before being ousted a few weeks ago.

However, Gavaskar’s alleged involvement in the whole process may just include another item in the agenda of the IPL Governing Council when they meet tomorrow in Nagpur to decide the fate of the Kochi team.

Gavaskar has been roped in an advisory capacity by the franchise, which says it did so after he had been ousted from the Governing Council. BCCI vicePresident Rajiv Shukla said the Board was not aware of the consortium's move.

"We were not aware of Gavaskar’s links with the Kochi IPL," Shukla said.

"We were never informed because this issue was never there. This is for the first time we are coming to know about this. We will discuss PTI the issue in the meeting toMUMBAI, OCT 26 morrow," he added.

The deadline set by the BCCI has However, Shukla clarified expired but the Kochi IPL consorthat at this point of time, tium still wants some more time neither the BCCI nor the IPL from the cricket Board to resolve Governing Council will write its internal differences. to the legendary batsman The franchise said it is hopeful and seek his clarification on of getting the time from the the matter.

BCCI. Gavaskar was ousted from "We consortium partners are very the IPL Governing Council close to resolving our internal difafter a reported payment ferences and would like the BCCI dispute. to give us some more time and have The crux of the dispute also sought this," franchise CEO in the Kochi franchise is who Satyajit Gaekwad told PTI today. will run the affairs of the "We have not defaulted on any franchise, bought from the payment to the BCCI and just want Cricket Board for USD 333 some more time," he said. million, once the joint ven-

Kochi seek more time to solve internal differences

No WAGs for English players during Ashes

FIFA scandal: Swiss weighs law change REUTERS ZURICH, OCT 26

Switzerland is considering closing a loophole for sporting bodies in its anti-corruption law following allegations of bribery among FIFA officials for World Cup bids.

Social Democrat Anita Thanei, who heads the Swiss parliament's legal committee, said she would launch a parliamentary initiative for the anti-corruption laws to be amended. ''I expect the measure will find broad support,'' she told Reuters. ''International sporting bodies are acting in the public interest, which is why the public is legitimately bothered when such cases are not punished.''

Defence Minister Ueli Maurer, who also oversees sport, said the justice ministry would look into the matter. ''It's about corruption, it's possibly about money laundering, it's about fixing bets, touches doping too,'' he told Swiss television news late on Monday.

subcontinent, but was quick to add that the other series were equally important.

"It is not just about playing the World Cup but it's about being in good form and being absolutely fit. I plan to build on it from this New Zealand series, then to South Africa series and so on."

Gambhir thinks the BCCI's proposal to send India's Test players to South Africa a week ahead of the tour is a great idea. "(If) you go to South Africa after playing in subcontinental conditions you need to adjust. The more time players get to acclimatise themselves in those conditions, it will be fantastic preparation."

GC to discuss Sunny’s role in Kochi

n Team director Andy Flower has barred his players from seeing their wives and girlfriends (WAGs) for the first five weeks of the tour to avoid possible distraction as they chase their first Ashes win in Australia in 24 years.

AGENCIES LONDON, OCT 26

English players would not be allowed to bring their wives and girlfriends during the first two Tests of the five-match Ashes series in Australia.

Team director Andy Flower

has barred his players from seeing their wives and girlfriends (WAGs) for the first five weeks of the tour to avoid possible distraction as they chase their first Ashes win in Australia in 24 years, the 'Daily Telegraph' reported.

"I did feel the need to restrict the presence of families on tour," Flower said at Lord's.

"I think it's important for us to get together as a group and focus fully on the game."

The team leaves for Australia on Friday and the first Test starts November 25 but wives, children and girlfriends will be welcome only from December 10 until mid-January, when the oneday series begins.

Himself a father, Flower knows it is difficult because the game keeps them away from their families and some cricketers such as Kevin Pietersen has also been vocal critics.

"It's a tricky thing for players and management? Most of us have kids," Flower said.

"If you've got a group of almost 30 people going away on tour you are going to have differing opinions and you can't please everyone all of the time. I think once the intent of the decision

was explained, they accepted and respected it," he added.

The ECB currently pays for two weeks of family visits for the cricketers while the remaining number of days are funded by the players.

"We try to time the families' visit when it would be healthy thing for the group," Flower said.

"Having them there will be a good thing, as we'll have been on tour five weeks by then. It also coincides with Christmas and New Year and it's important to be with family over that time."

Flower also expects Kevin Pietersen to hit form during the Ashes.

"I expect great things from him," said Flower. "He wants to make a big contribution and this is a great stage for him to do that. He's a special player and I expect him to be a stand-out on this tour."

ICC not to investigate Sydney Test AGENCIES DUBAI, OCT 26

The International Cricket Council will not re-investigate the Sydney Test between Australia and Pakistan despite being confronted with reports that it knew of suspected match fixer Mazhar Majeed's "activities" during the game.

ICC chief executive Haroon Lorgat said the governing body did not have "sufficient evidence" to warn the Australian authorities about Majeed's activities during the January series.

Australia won the Sydney Test after Pakistan suffered a dramatic collapse and committed several fielding errors.

In a sting operation conducted by a British tabloid a some weeks ago, Majeed was shown boasting that the match had been fixed.

But Lorgat insisted that the ICC will not launch a re-investigation unless "credible evidence comes forward."

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Goan Homes go for Style Bali

Minimalism and the use of ecofriendly substances seem to be the order of the day. In fact, this “Bali-style” trend seems to be catching up in the field of architecture too. Herald looks into the trends of the modern homes in Goa

BY JANICE RODRIGUES HERALD FEATURES oa’s sun and sand has been catching the attention of the world and its Indo-Portuguese architecture of big ‘balcaos’ and decorative pillars are not far behind, especially to the eyes of architectural aficionados. Over the years this Indo-Portuguese architecture has gradually evolved to more modern structures with quite a few of the original traits.

“People now, want to incorporate elements of the Portuguese styled houses with the modern amenities,” says architecture and design consultant Rita Mody. This trend seems to be particularly prominent with people who build second homes in Goa. “People look for the Goan essence but don’t want to confirm to the traditional architectural styles,” says architect Arvind De Souza.

Goa seems to be a mix of the old world charm and the growing modern influences that can be seen in the form of new styles in the buildings and what is called ‘Bali-styled’ houses. “Many of the latest designs, especially in terms of individual houses, resemble the Bali houses, characterised by open spaces and void of any clutter,” says green architect Tallulah D’Silva. “Wide windows, open areas are the characteristics of modern architectures today,”

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Another element of modern design is green or eco-friendly architecture which, although a vogue in the western world, has yet to catch up in Goa. “The trend is set in but its progress is pretty slow,” says Tallulah. Green architecture includes the use of eco-friendly substances that are not harsh on the environment and also keep the aesthetics quotient in mind. “Everything depends on the client, everything is designed as per his convenience,” says Arvind.

The interiors of homes depend on individuals; some go in for grandeur and others choose to go minimalistic. “Simple designs are in; walls are often left bare, and furniture kept to the minimum,” says Tallulah.

Colours play an important role in the style of a home. Some houses have colour themes or themes restricted to one room of the home. “Many of the modern homes go in for the pristine look with walls painted white, with maybe one wall in a different colour,” says Tallulah. The trend of going ecofriendly is also reflected in the choice of colours for homes. “Earth shades are more popular now; shades of brown, beige and greens, olive green, etc are more popular,” says Arvind.

There are different ways of adding happier, brighter colours. “If the walls are bare, the one way to add colour is to have mood lighting in the house, with different types of lights,” advises Tallulah. In the case of floorings, Rita says that there is a demand for natural looking synthetic flooring. “In the Bali-styled houses, use of wood is prominent; having wood as flooring will not be appreciated by the eco- sensitive person, so now a wide range of synthetic substances that have the appearance of wood is made available for the eco-sensitive person.”

Catching up with the new trends in architecture often falls heavily on the pocket. Although styles are minimalist, they often come with a huge price tag but people today are willing to pay the price for a better looking home.

“Clients often want the best and are not willing to compromise. With the revival in the financial scenario, homes are better designed,” says Rita. But for those who wish to go for a lesser price, there are various options available. “In the case of flooring, there are a range of lesser priced tiles available in the market,” says Arvind.

Although the types of houses in Goa seem similar, there is no distinct style; it is a mix of the traditional arches with modern designs and thus cannot be classified in any particular style. “Clients come with magazines and international styles depending on their taste, everyone wants to be different from their neighbour,” says Rita.

Indian Fortified Wines on Par with the West

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HERALD FEATURES wine company based in Baramati in the Sahyadri Valley, an internationally recognised grape wine producing region of India, has launched Vinee Vermouth Rosso, a grape wine beverage which is blended with aromatic herbs and spices. And the family behind developing and producing this vermouth is of D D Tupe, who personally has more than 30 years of experience in manufacturing international brands in India and abroad which include Cinzano and Campari.

Touted as a classic example of David v/s Goliath or ‘Swadeshi’ v/s ‘Videshi’, Tupe is respected by many as a gentle Marathi farmer who has come out of a situation of middle men taking him for a ride.

Though in business with wine grapes since 1992, the winery operation started only in 2005 and its success is credited to the managing director, Tupe. With his illustrious experience in this field which is more than 33 years now, he is constantly manoeuvring the quality standards of the winery; perhaps, his own hands-on experience in the wineries of France and Italy is still providing him such directions.

In fact, he tapped on the rich experience he gained while working with Italian and French companies, who bottled their products and labels in India, by incorporating

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The death of the world’s favourite octopus brings great grief to the staff at the Oberhausen Sea Life Centre in Germany

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aul the Octopus, the cephalopod who became a global sensation after successfully predicting matches at this year’s football World Cup, has died peacefully. He almost three years old.

At some point in the early hours of this morning, Paul the 'psychic' octopus floated wearily over to two boxes containing mussels. He briefly scanned the first box, which depicted a grinning octopus celebrating its seventh birthday. He turned away slowly and opened the lid on the second box – coffin-shaped and depicting a gravestone – and ate the arsenic-laced mussel inside. He died shortly afterwards, a shadow of the octopus who had blazed on to the world stage, earlier this summer.

Stefan Porwoll, general manager of the Oberhausen Sea Life Centre in Germany where Paul made his predictions - confirmed the news. “He died last night, a peaceful and natural death,” Porwoll said. “His success made him almost a bigger story than the World Cup itself... We had all naturally grown very fond of him and he will be sorely missed,” he added.

Paul the ‘normal’ octopus was born in a garden in the shade near a cave, in January 2008 in Weymouthhe. He had correctly predicted the winner of all seven of Germany's matches at this summer's World Cup in South Africa. He then correctly chose Spain over the Netherlands before the final.

Paul made his predictions by choosing between two feed boxes which bore the flags of the two nations involved in the next match.

Time and again his predictions came true, transforming him into a global sensation, that attracted big-money transfer offers after the tournament.

Yet the Oberhausen Sea Life Centre insisted on keeping their star attraction and are now devastated at the news of his passing.

“We all loved him and we will all truly miss him,” a sad Porwoll said.

Paul is survived by 983 children. An additional 211 predeceased him when they were eaten by a hungry turtle.

Indian farmer produces a vermouth and sherry on par with the Italians and Spanish. His success story is evidence to how the Maharashtra Government goes all out in supporting the grape farmer and wine maker the value addition style of building brands.

According to Tupe, “At present our capacity is six lakh litres and we are surrounded by around 1,000 acres of vineyards at Baramati. Our range is already quite versatile; we have 16 brands spread across all the segments.”

Towards new world wines, his approach is quite unique. Tupe has deputed his son, Milind Tupe to Australian wineries and now Milind is adding his own fresh flavours and ideas into the wines - this ‘Father-Son’ wine making team is certainly providing a different dimension.

In a blind wine-tasting session, held recently at the ITM-Goa (International Travel Mart-Goa), Vinee vermouth came out with flying colours when it was compared to Cinzano and Martini, the leading Vermouths of the world. Tupe informs that he is launching and focusing and sampling his product in Goa because from the earlier sales’ patterns of leading brands, vermouths specially Rosso sold the highest in Goa. This he attributed to the international tourists as well as consumers in Goa. Besides, it was used as a cocktail base by resorts and restaurants.

Giving an insight into his products, he enlightens, “The Vermouth Rosso is blended with aromatic herbs. It is dark amber in colour, with a light Muscatel, sweet nutty flavour and has a well-developed and pleasing fragrance. It has a

generous and warming taste and a slightly bitter yet fascinating after taste. And it is best served chilled with spicy foods! The matured Sherry is very smooth and mild and again, it is also good with spicy foods. It is made from high brix grapes which are dried for sometime in the sunlight to create an extra special taste.”

The vermouth and sherry will be launched in Goa today and will be available on shelves of retail outlets all over the state, by tomorrow. The distributor for the products, Mac Vaz, director, Madame Rosa Distillery informs, “We dealt with Cinzano and imported Sherrys till they were stopped from being bottled in India.

Then Mr Tupe approached us and his gentlemanly mannerisms, simplicity and confidence of urging us to blind test and compare his vermouth and sherry with Cinzano and Muscatel, motivated us to do so at the recently held International Travel Mart. In fact, the feedback we got on the beverage from the food and beverages personnel, made us proud of these “MADE IN INDIA” products.”

He continues, “In fact, though their packaging is not of international standard, the product matches international standards in quality. This is the feedback we got from the food and beverages personnel at the ITM-Goa.” Mac aptly concludes, “His farmer to entrepreneur story is very motivating for any Indian. Some of his brands are true blue ‘Swadeshi’ capable of challenging the ‘Videshi’ brands and not just on price. That was one of our motivations in showing solidarity and importing this brand in our distribution portfolio in Goa." Tupe’s success story is evidence of how the Maharashtra Government is supporting the grape farmer and the wine maker. Here is a lesson for Goa Government to work on the same lines with our cashew industry.

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36th Tiatr Competition, organised by Kala Academy, Panjim will be held at the Kala Academy till October 27. Call 2420452.

A Mega Musical Extravaganza organised by Buyao Theatres Goem will be held at the Pai Tiatrist Auditorium, Ravindra Bhavan, Margao at 6pm on October 28.

‘Life in Pastels’ an exhibition

by Nilesh Bharti will be held till October 28 from 9am to 8pm at Gallery Gitanjali, Fontainhes, Panjim. Call 9823253361 or 9823572035.

Art Exhibition of Ganjifa paintings, curated by Kavita Shah, will be held from October 25 to 29 at the Kala Academy, Panjim. Call 2420452.

Training cum demonstration camps in agriculture and home science, organised by Farmers Training Centre, Ela, Old Goa will be held on October 28 at Collem. The agriculture camp will be held in the panchayat hall while the home science in the anganwadi centre.

‘My dogs are afraid of the sound of Diwali fire crackers….are yours too?’, a discussion on the topic of the Safer Festivals That Include Our Animals organised by International Animal Rescue will be held at the Earthworm Ecostore, Porvorim on October 29 at 5:30pm. E-mail earthwormgoa@gmail.com.

Call 2410871.

Workshop on Pictorial Warning and the Role of the Media will be organised by the Voluntary Health Association of Goa (VHAG) on October 30 at Caritas Holiday Home, St Inez, Panjim, from 9am onwards. Call 2221012, 9604174127 or 9594628415.

A series of CME’s, organised by the Goa Medical College and Indian Academy of Cytologists will be held on October 28, 29 and November 1. The second CME will be an operative workshop. The CME’s will all be held at the

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Diploma in Integrative Counselling and Vocational Guidance is organised by Anthony DeMello Institute, beginning on October 30. The course will be conducted by Clifford DeSilva.

Contact: 2735839 / 9960286839.

Free public dental checkups, organised by ColgatePalmolive (India) Limited and the Indian Dental Association (IDA) will be held in Margao throughout October as part of Oral Health Month 2010. SMS her/his postal pin code to 5676725.

The Great Goan Photography Contest, organised by Goan Shutterbugs in memory of the late Laxmikant P Kudchadkar is open for registration. The contest is divided into three categories, Enchanting Goa, Spirit of Goa and Go Going. Contest forms can be downloaded from www.goanshutterbugs.com or collected from Click Photography School, Margao, Supply’s India, Panjim, Calizz, Candolim or CMYK Academy, Mapusa. Registration closes on November 15, 2010. Call 9822151419, 9881533456, 3250000 or 9822581232.

‘Our Cultural Diversity’, a workshop for in service school teachers up to the age of 48 years, organised by the Centre for Cultural Resources and Training, New Delhi will be held from December 1 to 11.

The schools intending to depute their teacher can visit the Department of Art and Culture, Patto, Panjim. Call Tel.: 2438103.

India’s First Citizen Journalism Course, a certificate course by the JM Foundation for Excellence in Journalism in association with the Goa Union of Journalists (GUJ) will be held from November 12 to 14 at the Inspectorate of Factories and Boilers (IFB), Altinho, Panjim. Call 94224 43093, 2 4 0 9 4 9 0 , 9822122436, 098209 85853 or 9822179125.

Family obligations will soon increase. Make time in your 21 Mar - 19 Apr schedule to deal with them.

Things are moving more quickly today. That could mean you need to hasten in order to catch up, or it could be that people are starting to catch up with you. In either case, you've got the right kind of energy.

Taurus You're entering a homebody phase. Things around home 20 Apr - 20 May will hold special appeal now.

You're taking the lead in something you might not have realized was a competition at first. Others know perfectly well, though, so if you want to maintain your position, you have to get more serious.

Reviewing Gemini budgets isn't fun, but it's something you simply must do 21 May - 20 Jun -- and soon.

You're meeting tons of people today, which is just how you like it. Make sure that you repeat their names a few times so you can keep track of them all, though they're too charmed to care much.

Double your efforts if you want results today. It will be a bit of an up22 Jun - 23 Jul hill fight. It's too easy for people to misunderstand others today, and that certainly goes for you as well.

Make sure that you're hearing folks right before getting angry or beginning bold new projects.

It is admirable to be modest, but right now you should promote 24 Jul - 23 Aug your accomplishments.

Your group activities should be much more fruitful today.

Make sure that you're at the lead, or at least close to it, so your guidance is taken as seriously as it ought to be. You've got what it takes!

Put yourself in charge of getting things done today. Organize 23 Aug - 22 Sep y o u r d r e a m t e a m . Yo u r work-related issues are causing a bit more stress than usual, but you should be able to get past them without too much trouble. In fact, your mental energy should be just about right for the day.

Your ability to appreciate the smaller things in life will help you 23 Sept - 22 Oct avoid conflict.

You've got a lot going on that nobody realizes quite yet, and you need to let it out. Today is perfect for making sure that you are fully engaged with whomever is sitting next to you -- even on the train!

Scorpio I g n o r e t h e rules -- let yourself go into new territory 23 Oct - 22 Nov today. You can handle it. Before you sign anything, you need to read the fine print.

That's always true, of course, but you need to keep it firmly in mind today as you look at anything from leases to credit slips. Pay attention!

Sagittarius It's important to

Capricorn Just because ideas are new does not mean that they are 22 Dec - 20 Jan better. Think them through. It feels like you're surrounded by hummingbirds -- flitting around from place to place in search of sweetness. You may not have much patience for that, but you can show your tolerant side if you want.

Aquarius I t ' s t i m e t o move on from feeling any regret over past 21 Jan - 19 Feb actions. Look forward today.

You need to indulge your creative energy today, though that's not such a big challenge for you. See if you can get your colleagues to back you up when you propose something especially wacky.

New ideas will come to you through poetry, music and 20 Feb - 20 Mar other artistic sources today.

Take a little extra care with your actions today, though there's no need for paralysis.

You just have to remember that things are still up in the air, so that gives you plenty of time to check your work.

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Don't let others 23 Nov - 20 Dec tell you what to do. People are getting weirder, though you may have thought that was impossible. It's one of those days when you need to make sure that their foolishness doesn't interfere with your plans.

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DID YOU KNOW? A Cat’s Nose knows Best

lethargic Pronunciation noi-suhm Function Adjective Meaning 1: of, relating to, or characterised by lethargy: sluggish 2: indifferent, apathetic Example Sentence After his lunch break John often feels lethargic and slow, thereby attracting the anger of his boss.

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A cat’s sense of smell is fourteen times stronger than a human’s! That is because its total nasal organ is comparatively larger than that of a human. The cat's nose is generally thought to be its most important sense organ and cats living in the wild would be helpless without the sense of smell. Cats depend on their sense of smell for their very survival; a cat uses scent to sniff out food, mates, enemies, and to seek out his own territory, which he has previously marked. In simple terms, it can be said that the world of a cat is the world of scents and odours. The nose pad of a cat, as well as a dog, is ridged in a pattern that is unique, just like the fingerprint of a human.

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Instructions for Sudoku 9 x 9 letter: To solve a Sudoku puzzle, every number from 1 to 9 must appear in each of the nine vertical columns, in each of the nine horizontal rows and in each of the nine boxes

SUDOKU SOL 689

HERALD CROSSWORD - 690 Across 1- Elector; 6- Astound; 10- Turn over; 14- Ain't right?; 15- Currency unit in Western Samoa; 16- Ascend; 17- Rich cake; 18Bakery worker; 19- Monogram ltr.; 20- Cross inscription; 21Prior; 23- Surface layer; 25Having a certain citrus flavor; 26- Old Ford; 27- Fresh; 29- Entrances; 32- Cleft; 33- At a great distance; 36- Literary work; 37Hand woven wall hanging; 38Nike's swoosh, e.g.; 39- Broke bread; 40- Killed; 41- Actress Sophia; 42- Seashore; 43Agent; 44- Extreme paleness; 47- Feeling; 51- Apportionments; 54- Brain wave; 55Buenos ___; 56- Aha!; 57- Perfect places; 58- Actor Auberjonois; 59- Celestial body; 60Donnybrook; 61- Slaughter of baseball; 62Small mountain lake; 63- "Awake and Sing!" playwright; Down 1- Oracular; 2- Home of the Black Bears; 3Earth; 4- Gives a right to; 5- Hwy.; 6- Sharp pain; 7- Diplomacy; 8- Peter Fonda title role; 9State of drowsiness; 10- Sixth day of the week; 11- Fabric woven from flax yarns; 12- Of Thee ___; 13- Minor; 21- Besides; 22- Formerly, formerly; 24- T.G.I.F. part; 27- Sail extender; 28King of comedy; 29- Indian holiday resort; 30Appropriate; 31- Calendar abbr.; 32- Ladies of Sp.; 33- In place of; 34- Candle count; 35Jockey Turcotte; 37- Scaremonger; 38- Unsymmetrical; 40- Smoke deposit; 41- Novelist Deighton; 42- Shuts; 43- Hi-___ monitor; 44Military chaplain; 45- Extra-terrestrial being; 46Grassy plain; 47- Severe; 48- Designer Simp-

son; 49- Belief; 50- Alleviates; 52- This, in Tijuana; 53- At hand; 57- Comedian Philips;

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Wednesday, 27 Oct 2010

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A Grand Marian Musical to be held at Pilar HERALD FEATURES Marian Musical titled ‘Argam Dium-ia Morie Passun’ (Let’s thank God for Mary) commemorating the 66th Anniversary of the Association of Spiritual Brothers and Sisters will be held at Pilar School Ground on October 31, 2010.

Over 150 stage artists comprising singers, dancers and musicians will perform at the two-hour Marian Musical programme beginning at 6:30pm. The Association of Spiritual Brothers and Sisters, is a lay association of Catholic faithful belonging to the society of Pilar. The main highlights of the evening will be the candle light procession of Mary which will be conducted by the Heralds of the Gospel, a unit of the Brazilian Congregation based in St Inez, Panjim and Father Peter Cardozo sfx, famed Goan singer, who will open the show with the classic hymn ‘Ave Maria’.

Goa’s acclaimed singers Acacio Pereira, Lulu Fortes, and Joanne Fernandes will be performing for the evening along with Nezba Fortes, Silvina Soares, Father Ransom Pereira sfx and Father Noel Menezes sfx. Musicians Filipe Fortes, Ignatius Rodrigues, Grayston Vaz, Aurvile Rodrigues, Boney Alex and Ashley Do Rego will add to the performance. The entire show is choreographed by Darryl D’Souza.

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Emotions and Scenic Beauty of Ladakh captured for a Cause

PANJIM REPORTER ito’s! The name is synonymous with night life and clubbing in Goa. But for the International Travel Mart, Tito’s was down with something more than just dancing; they had serious business on the cards. Tito’s displayed their business diversification by offering the buyers real estate, hotel management, tour operations, financial services, resort and moreover their lifestyle magazine – ‘Play’.

“Whenever people talk of Tito’s they think it’s just a night club. We do have night club, which has kept up to its reputation but we have also diversified into various businesses,” Yuri Rebeiro, Event Manager for Tito’s, said.

Rebeiro said that Tito’s has introduced special customised tours for groups which include inbound tours for Goa and outbound tours for destinations like Bangkok. He said that ITM gave them the opportunity to interact with lot of clients. Tito’s found ITM as a place to display their diversity.

Also present at ITM with her green project was ex-Power Minister, Nirmala Sawant who found this the ideal place to market her

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Atrey Vedic Farm – a project that is taking shape at Mollem.

Spread across 36-acres with sylvan forest land, wooded groves, perfumed tropical gardens, an orchard, an astrological plant park, medicinal plantation and a butterfly house, Sawant informed that her project should be completed

by December this year.

Green is the way: Ex-Power Minister, Nirmala Sawant with CM, Digambar Kamat

BY NOMRATHA FERNANDES HERALD FEATURES ewspaper headlines told horrific stories of the landslide and floods that hit the Ladakh region in the recent past. After the chaos, came the stories of survival, rescue and re-uniting with loved ones. They were scarred but back to an everyday routine - stronger and more spirited than before.

Photography on the Move, an off-shoot of ‘Getoff Ur Ass’, a group consisting of eager travel photographers - not all professional - traversed through the valleys, mountains and plains, met with the people and captured all of this on camera. The photographic results of their travels is what ‘Glimpses of Ladakh’, a photography exhibition-cum-sale was all about and every paisa received will go right back to the people of Ladakh through LEDeG, an NGO based in Leh, Kashmir.

What is typically Ladakh has come across through these pictures and it doesn’t just stop at that. It goes beyond. The photos share the emotions of the young and the old and their bind with their land, their tradition and their religion. A certain intensity resonates from each picture and the contrasting feeling on receives as one moves fro one picture to the next gives one a taste of the people. From attachment to longing to hope to despair to youthfulness to joy, all come forth through the works.

Besides the people, Ladakh, in all its scenic glory was captured. Elephantine, snow-capped mountains touched white clouds, virgin green-blue waters flowed though plains, vast lands of brown mud lay open and meandering roads with tiny trucks, probably carrying the very same people captured here, going about their work, facing the hardships nature offers to them.

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sented to the perception, just about anyone would find them appealing. Yet, the response was negative.

Disappointed, staff at Sunaparanta blames the rainy weather for a no show. Selling at Rs 2, 000 a piece, the proceeds will all go to charity.

Brought to Goa by Sunaparanta - Goa Centre for the Arts, it will travel to Mumbai and later to Delhi.

36th Tiatr Competition 2010-11 - Day XIX UDOGOTH

BY RON FIDELIS ometimes, a question is the best way to make someone think. Playwright Augie D’Melo’s Udorgoth did just that. The tiatr began with some excellent light effects by Nilesh Mahale reflecting water ripples on the right side white wall of the stage and a lighthouse erected immediately behind. A young man is about to commit suicide, but is stopped in the nick of time, only to take us through a flashback till the end of the first half that shows this same scene again.

Incidentally, Qatar based Goans Peter Camilo, Jacinto Fernandes and Joe Luis D’Souza penned the lyrics to the cantarams and cantos. Versatile Camilo sisters, Jlynna, Colisha, Clancy and Johnny D’Silva amongst other singers, sang entertaining songs that actually made up for the few doses of comedy this tiatr had. With some subtle and graceful moves done in sync in the trios and quartets, the girls also paid careful attention to their presentation.

The first solo of this tiatr was sung by Francia Camilo dressed in a school uniform with a bag and water bottle. Nobody could have sung out the woes of having a cell phone better that this two-foot tall little girl who won thunderous applause for her clarity and expression. The first scene shows a pajama and nightie clad family anxiously awaiting their son on a moonlit night; also nicely shown in the balcony of this rich household. Snehal Jog’s set designs and costume designer Alfeliza D’Mello’s ideas complimented the moods of the tiatr well.

What does one do when born with a silver spoon in his mouth? Well, a line by the only son of this rich family expressing his difficulty in spending the money his parents give him as pocket money said it all. But besides dealing with suicide, Augie’s play also touches on topics like parenting and the society’s derogatory outlook towards the ones in society who get entangled in prostitution via massage parlours et al or drugs and basically go astray. While spelling out hope for such types, keeping in mind the fact that humans are not born criminals, Udorgot first instills

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this notion of living for the benefit and progress of others in the mind of this boy who tries to end his life for his own mistakes.

Plagued by too much of money, eventually he develops bad habits through bad company and even loses his parents in a car bomb blast.

Plotted by his father’s jilted lover, now involved in drug mafia, this lady is shown surrounded by typical egoistic Goan youths getting used for dirty work and then eventually killed.

In the second half, the orphaned but now reformed rich boy strives to work for the progress of everybody; especially the youth who are getting way led. But there seem to be too many bad apples around in too many baskets for him to achieve his noble motive. Or was it just his approach of coming out so strongly to the youth that they actually break down many massage parlours around thus indulging in the crime of arson instead.

The tiatr ends on a tense note with this young man getting news of receiving a medal for his social work on one hand and a mob stoning his house on the other for instigating arson and damaging businesses. “Oxem zalear, koshi zateli udorgot?” questions this tiatr’s last dialogue.

The sizeable but very sporting Rosalin singing her duet with Hermigildo and T-Briton’s solo on the inevitable use of viagra due to cyber dating mechanisms were the rib-ticklers. The cantarams had interesting lyrics on garbage management and how traffic cops are meeting their targets given by their superiors of collecting fines, thus ignoring their primary traffic-ushering duties instead. With Sachin Chowgule as director, great support from Agnelo Dias’ band and all other allied teams working together in tandem, leaving the playwright only to write the play, what else could one expect besides good Udorgoth.

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Wednesday, 28 Oct 2010

Aishwarya and Bhansali’s Strange Connection

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ishwarya Rai, who once again teams up with Sanjay Leela Bhansali in Guzaarish, says they share a strange connection.

The beautiful actress also says that the sensitive film helped the whole team reconnect with the goodness inside them.

“We are so strangely connected that we can communicate so much in silence. You can’t bring down the experience of working with Sanjay in one word, sentence or paragraph. Sanjay can’t be contained in a word. We all say he is a genius, multi-faceted, but actually he is a real artiste. He sings, he breaks into dance, he loves music and he is very intense,” said Aishwarya.

Guzaarish being her third film with Bhansali after Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam (1999) and Devdas (2002), the actress reveals that she has always felt being an important character in his films and not just the lead heroine. “In his film, everyone is a character integral to his narrative and it’s a pleasure working with him.

You always feel that you are in a team.”

Asked if through the journey of making the film, she had subtly evolved as a better human being, she said, “The whole team felt that. Everyone has goodness in him or her. But everyone has experiences which help you connect or reconnect with the goodness in you or the goodness you wish to share. This film has been a very positive film for the whole team because of the intensity of the genre and the sensitivity of its nature.”

In Guzaarish, Hrithik plays a paraplegic and “yes, I am playing a caretaker nurse, but within that we had to bring in the story that Sanjay really wants to tell and at the same time we have to be honest to our character in terms of expressing our inter-personal relations,” Aishwarya said.

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Pattinson doesn’t want to sing for Cowell

wilight hunk Robert Pattinson turned down a lucrative record deal with media mogul Simon Cowell as he was convinced that no one would like his music. The 24-year-old actor, who is an avid guitar and piano player and contributed two songs to the Twilight soundtrack, rejected several offers from major music companies in the past.

The British actor said that he wouldn’t fit in the reality TV star’s talent roster because Cowell only works with artists who are popular with the public.

“I love Simon, I think he is a great personality and I think his shows are entertaining.

He is a clever guy and he created artists that he knows the public will like, that’s why I don’t think he could ever launch my music career. I am selfish with my music. I get my guitar and I play what I like, but the problem is I don’t think many other people would like it,” said the actor. However, Pattinson is quite confident that his selfcomposed music will be appreciated someday. “I am sure I’ll be one of those artists that people don’t pay any attention to while I’m alive, and when I am dead people will go yeah, man, that was a work of art,” he added.

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ctress Mugdha Godse admits she wouldn’t mind doing an item number. “I wouldn’t mind doing an item song. It totally depends upon if I like it or not. If I like it, I wouldn’t mind doing it,” Mugdha said.

Sporting a blue dress, Mugdha was present at the Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week (WIFW) for a makeover from hairstylist Sapna Bhavnani.

Though the actress entered Bollywood with quite a big film, her initial luck seems to have left her with all her ensuing films and especially her parts in them hardly leaving a mark. Mugdha made her debut with Madhur Bhandarkar’s Fashion and later went on to do films like All The Best, Jail and most recently, the horror film Help.

Her upcoming release is the romantic comedy Will You Marry Me?.

When questioned about any plans of settling down, the sultry actress, with an hourglass figure said she has no such plans for anytime soon. Asked when she plans to tie the knot, she said, “Right now I am married to my work. Whenever I decide to settle down, I’ll let everybody know,” she added.

Virus types cause almost All Cervical Cancer

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cientists have identified the eight human papillomavirus (HPV) types responsible for more than 90 percent of cervical cancer cases worldwide and say they should be the targets for the next generation of vaccines.

Drug makers GlaxoSmithKline and Merck & Co already make vaccines against HPV strains that cause many cases of cervical cancer, which is the second most common cancer in women worldwide and is expected to kill 328,000 this year.

In a large study looking at 60 years of data from 10,575 cases of invasive cervical cancer across 38 countries, an international team of scientists led

by Silvia de Sanjose of the Catalan Institute of Oncology in Barcelona examined which types of HPV contributed most to the global incidence of the disease.

Their results, published in the Lancet medical journal on Monday, showed that eight HPV types - types 16, 18, 45, 33, 31, 52, 58, and 35 in descending order of frequency, were responsible for more than 90 percent of cases.

GSK's vaccine Cervarix and Merck's Gardasil protect against HPV types

16 and 18, and, through cross-protection, partially also against HPV types 31 and 45.

Many wealthy countries have started HPV immunisation programs with these shots for girls before they become sexually active, but the vaccines are generally too expensive and inaccessible for most people living in poorer nations.

De Sanjose said the study's findings reinforced “the rationale for prevention of cervical cancer through use of existing vaccines” and would aid the development of second-generation vaccines against multiple HPV types.

Around 80 percent of the world's cervical cancer cases now occur in developing countries and the disease is caused by high-risk and sexually transmitted types of HPV. From more than 118 different HPV types that have been identified, about 40 infect the genital tract and 12 are known to be cancer-causing, the scientists explained.

In their study, which involved cancer cases from Europe, North America, central South America, Africa, Asia, and Oceania, the researchers also identified several rare HPV types - types 26, 30, 61, 67, 69, 82, and 91, which can also cause cervical cancer but account for only one percent of cases worldwide.

In a commentary about the study in the Lancet, Cosette Wheeler of the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center in the United States described the research as “a Herculean effort that might be the benchmark for all time.”

The results “clearly support future directions for cervical screening and type-specific triage, establish the potential worldwide impact of current HPV vaccines, and set priorities for nextgeneration vaccines,” she wrote.

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his refrigerator in Britain may look dull as compared to modern appliances, but it certainly is sturdy as it has been functioning without any repair for nearly 60 years. The refrigerator owned by Doris Stogdale, 89, has never needed a service or replacement part, Daily Express reported.

Stogdale has used it continuously since buying it in 1952. It is now believed to be one of Britain’s oldest working refrigerators. “Things like fridges were made of strong stuff 60 years ago. Nowadays it’s almost as if the makers expect them to break at some point. It might not have any shelves for eggs or any fancy lights or ice makers but it has kept going for pretty much an entire lifetime,” Stogdale was quoted as saying.

She paid 135 pounds for the General Electric fridge in Singapore and had it sent to Malaysia where she was living with her engineer husband Vivian. The refrigerator travelled the world with the family.

A GE spokesman said: “To have the oldest working fridge in Britain, and possibly the world, working day in and day out for nearly 60 years, is a great testament to its reliability.”

(IANS) Editor –in-chief: R F Fernandes. Editor: Ashwin Tombat. Chief Editor-Features: Christina Viegas.

Are You Meant to Be a Bachelor?

Monogamy is in Your Genes

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esearchers find men with a certain gene are less likely to be married. If the thought of being in a committed relationship makes you break out into a sweat, there is nothing wrong with you—you may just be programmed to be single.

Swedish researchers looked at variants of a particular gene, the ‘monogamy gene’ that encodes for a hormone called vasopressin and found that one of these variants (or a lack thereof) is associated with a distinctive kind of pair-bonding behavior in men.

The findings suggest an explanation for why some men commit to monogamous relationships while others have a hard time shaking their frat-house habits.

Men who carried only one copy of the ‘monogamy gene’ were more likely to be unmarried or to report some form of marital crisis within the last year, compared to similar men without the gene. Those with two copies of the variant were more than twice as likely to have a dysfunctional marriage, according to the study from the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm.

More than 500 same-sex twin pairs and their spouses or partners of at least five years participated in the study and were given tests to determine how bonded they were to each other. Researchers asked questions such as whether the subjects were put off when people came too close, how often the couple did things in common outside the family, and whether either partner had spoken with a close friend about divorce, separation, or marital crisis. Overall, those with the monogamy gene scored lower on the bonding test.

This study adds to previous research done on voles, small rodents often studied for their human-like social qualities, such as picking a mate for life. The researchers cite a vole study which found that the more bonded and social prairie vole has a genetic makeup that differs from their less social and more sexually adventurous cousins, the montane and meadow vole.

So there is scientific data to back it up: Some guys just truly aren’t the relationship type.

But couples therapist Greg Lippolis warns against taking studies like this too seriously.

“The danger of studies like these is that people can assume ‘this is the way it is’ when the information is only preliminary,” Lippolis said. “This shouldn’t discourage men or women from trying to change their behavior.”

Even if you think you may be a carrier of the ‘anti-commitment’ gene, you can still have a great relationship with the girl of your dreams. Social influences such as professional, cultural, and family expectations play a large part in why people find themselves alone, according to Lippolis. So go out and have fun until you meet that special someone. Then take our advice to keep her happy for years to come.

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